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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   An American annual weed (Veronica peregrina), with small white flowers and a roundish pod. uncountable, usually
2. 2
   The hemp plant, which furnishes ropes for hanging criminals. archaic, humorous, uncountable, usually

Etymology

From neck + weed.

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