A
  • Active Ingredient: The component in cannabis that produces effects, primarily THC and CBD.
  • Autoflowering: A type of cannabis plant that automatically switches from the vegetative to flowering stage based on age, not light exposure.
B
  • Bud: The flower of the cannabis plant, which contains the highest concentrations of cannabinoids.
  • Blunt: A cannabis cigarette made by rolling marijuana in a tobacco leaf or cigar wrap.
  • Batch Testing: Testing done on a specific batch of cannabis products to ensure quality and potency.
C
  • CBD (Cannabidiol): A non-psychoactive compound in cannabis known for its therapeutic effects.
  • Cannabinoids: Chemical compounds found in cannabis that interact with the body’s endocannabinoid system.
  • Concentrates: Highly potent cannabis products made by extracting cannabinoids and terpenes from the plant.
D
  • Dab: A method of consuming concentrated cannabis by vaporizing it on a hot surface.
  • Dispensary: A retail store where cannabis products are sold to consumers.
  • Dosing: The measurement of how much cannabis is consumed, often specified in milligrams of THC or CBD.
E
  • Edibles: Food products infused with cannabis, allowing for consumption in a non-smoking form.
  • Extraction: The process of removing cannabinoids and terpenes from the cannabis plant using solvents or other methods.
  • Entourage Effect: The theory that various compounds in cannabis work together to enhance therapeutic effects.
F
  • Flower: The harvested buds of the cannabis plant, typically consumed by smoking or vaporizing.
  • Full-Spectrum: Products that contain a wide range of cannabinoids and terpenes from the cannabis plant.
G
  • Grow Light: Artificial light used to stimulate plant growth indoors.
  • Grinder: A device used to break up cannabis buds for easier consumption.
H
  • Hybrid: A cannabis strain that is a mix of both indica and sativa varieties.
  • Indica: A type of cannabis known for its relaxing effects, often used for pain relief and sleep.
I
  • Infusion: The process of extracting cannabinoids into another substance, such as oil or butter.
  • Indica Dominant: Strains that have a higher concentration of indica genetics, often leading to more relaxing effects.
J
  • Joint: A hand-rolled cigarette containing cannabis.
  • Jar: A common storage container for cannabis products.
K
  • Kief: The resinous trichomes from cannabis flowers, rich in cannabinoids.
  • Kerf: A slang term for the quantity of cannabis in a joint or blunt.
L
  • Lab Testing: The process of analyzing cannabis products for potency and contaminants.
  • Leafly: A popular online resource for cannabis strain reviews and dispensary information.
M
  • Medical Cannabis: Cannabis used for medicinal purposes, often prescribed by healthcare providers.
  • Microdosing: Taking small amounts of cannabis to achieve therapeutic effects without significant intoxication.
N
  • Normalization: The process of making cannabis use more socially accepted.
  • Nugs: Buds of cannabis, typically referring to high-quality flower.
O
  • Oil: A concentrated form of cannabis, often used in vape pens or edibles.
  • Outdoor Grown: Cannabis cultivated outside in natural sunlight.
P
  • Potency: The strength of a cannabis product, typically measured in THC or CBD content.
  • Pre-Roll: A pre-rolled joint sold in dispensaries.
Q
  • Quality Control: Processes to ensure cannabis products meet safety and potency standards.
R
  • Recreational Cannabis: Cannabis used for enjoyment rather than medicinal purposes.
  • Rick Simpson Oil (RSO): A cannabis oil created for medicinal use, high in THC.
S
  • Sativa: A type of cannabis known for its uplifting and energizing effects.
  • Strain: A specific variety of cannabis with unique characteristics.
T
  • Terpenes: Aromatic compounds found in cannabis that contribute to its flavor and effects.
  • Tincture: A liquid cannabis extract made with alcohol or oil.
V
  • Vaporizer: A device that heats cannabis to a temperature that releases its active compounds without combustion.
  • Vaping: Inhaling vapor produced by a vaporizer.
W
  • Wax: A type of cannabis concentrate with a waxy consistency.
  • Weed: A common slang term for cannabis.
Z
  • Zip: Slang for an ounce of cannabis.
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