Weed Slang

Quarter pound, a standard measurement of cannabis purchasing. Approximately 113 grams or four ounces, this constitutes a large bulk purchase of cannabis. QPs are usually purchased by sellers in black market settings, and the quality of weed can vary anywhere from dank to ditch weed. Consumers in legal states cannot purchase this amount in dispensaries, as most laws allow up to an ounce at a time.

The traditional measurement of cannabis in edible products, such as chews, tinctures, and drinks. It’s usually shortened to mg. Most edibles contain about 5-10mg of THC, CBD or both. The near-universal metric system is used for the sale and dispense of medication so that physicians and patients alike, regardless of their backgrounds, understand how much product is being discussed. Using the metric system for cannabis emphasizes its medicinal benefits and allows for dosages to be adjusted accordingly.

In New Zealand, a tinnie refers to $20 worth of cannabis on the black market. The name comes from the fact that many Kiwi cannabis dealers would package a dub sack in tin foil. Not that we want to compare Aussies & Kiwis (because they hate that) but in Australia, the term used is foilie, which is different but has the same origin of the flower being packaged in foil.

Ten dollars worth of cannabis as sold by Chicago street dealers. The term originates in the eighteenth century when an x-shaped sawhorse was called a sawbuck. Also, the ten-dollar bill was prominently labeled with an X (the Roman numeral for 10). Because of this commonality of X’s, the ten-dollar bill was referred to as a sawbuck and the slang stuck around with Midwestern street dealers.

Strains of cannabis that feature purple hues in their flower buds. The color comes from the flavonoid anthocyanin, which utilizes its color in nature to attract insects and increase pollination. Many consumers believe the purple color is a sign of quality or potency, though this is difficult to confirm.

Pakalolo is the Hawaiian word for cannabis, which spread into English language usage during World War II. It gained a resurgence in popularity after its use in a biography on former president Barack Obama, where it’s revealed that he used to smoke pakalolo quite regularly. It tends to be used most often in beach settings, and the term itself can also be used to describe a person who smokes cannabis.

Hash oil extracted from cannabis that is made of all high quality nugs. Normally, hash oil would be derived from the smallest of nugs and other forms of marijuana trimmings, leaving the largest bits of flower to be smoked normally. Because of this distinction from other hash oils, nug run has a particularly strong effect and delicious flavor.

Derived from “nugget,” nug is a synonym for the dried bud of the cannabis plant. Most cannabis flower is sold in bud form, allowing users to choose based on trichomes and customize their own grind. Nugs can vary wildly in size depending on the plant, which is why selling by weight is so popular.

To be burnt is to experience the “come down” of an intense weed session. Also called a “weed hangover,” the feeling usually lasts anywhere from 8 to 12 hours. A person who is burnt might feel unfocused, dull and slow to react or process anything going on. The best course of treatment is to take a short T-break and focus on treating your body kindly by staying hydrated and eating nutritious foods. Feeling burnt can also occur from too much cannabis in one session, so remember not to overdo it.

When any prepared quantity of cannabis has been smoked through, that cannabis is said to be “cashed.” While the origins of this term are quite difficult to pin down, it seems to be derived from “cashed out,” a phrase signaling the end of someone’s participation in (usually) a gambling game. A cashed bowl is full of ash and sticky resin leftovers, which should be promptly cleaned out of the bowl before repacking.

A bowl that stays lit over time instead of needing to be reignited. This term derives from the warm red glow that burning cannabis takes on. Sometimes, having to relight the bowl over and over can be a bit tedious, so cherried bowls are the ideal for most situations. Inhaling keeps the cherry lit, so don’t be shy about sharing!

Another way to describe dry mouth, an unpleasant side-effect of smoking cannabis. The term comes from the mouth becoming so dry it feels as though it is stuffed with cotton. While the term can be used in non-cannabis contexts, it’s most often associated with stoners. The best way to counteract cottonmouth is to keep some source of hydration nearby while seshing.