"grow op" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: grow ops [plural]
Etymology: 1998. Abbreviation of grow operation. Etymology templates: {{m|en|grow operation}} grow operation Head templates: {{en-noun}} grow op (plural grow ops)
  1. (Canada) An illegal marijuana-growing operation, usually indoors. Tags: Canada Synonyms: grow house, grow-op
    Sense id: en-grow_op-en-noun-DlAHhlY8 Categories (other): Canadian English, English entries with incorrect language header

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