cannabinol

[ kuh-nab-uh-nawl, -nol, kan-uh-buh- ]

noun

1. the parent compound of tetrahydrocannabinol, the active principle of marijuana.

Word History and Origins

Origin of cannabinol¹

First recorded in 1895–1900; cannabin + -ol ²

Example Sentences

Through trial and error, she discovered that cannabinol, or CBN, which is not psychoactive, was most helpful for her insomnia.

From New York Times

The rapper was found to have a THC cannabinol reading of 5.8 micrograms per litre of blood.

From BBC

Thailand is seeking to make a splash in the market for medical marijuana, whose benefits are generally derived from other cannabinol chemicals the plant contains.

From Seattle Times

Cannabinol, aka CBN, is derived from hemp plants.

From Salon

CBN, or cannabinol, barely shows up in fresh cannabis, but its presence increases over time because it’s a byproduct of THC oxidation, which essentially means you can increase your CBN stash at home simply by leaving a bag of weed open on your coffee table.

From Los Angeles Times