Walk into a dispensary or chat with a long-time cannabis enthusiast, and you might feel like you've stepped into a foreign language class. Terms like "zip," "dub," and "710" get thrown around casually, leaving newcomers scratching their heads. Even experienced users sometimes find themselves puzzled by the ever-evolving lingo.
As cannabis becomes more mainstream, understanding its terminology becomes increasingly important. Whether you're a curious newcomer or a seasoned enthusiast, knowing these terms can help you navigate dispensaries, understand dosing, and communicate effectively about cannabis.
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What's a Zip, You Ask?
A "zip" isn't just something you do to your jacket. In the cannabis world, it refers to one ounce (28 grams) of flower. Why "zip," you ask? It likely comes from the use of ziplock bags to package this amount. Zip is a pretty hefty quantity for personal use, often the maximum you can legally buy at once in states with recreational cannabis.
Now, if you're thinking of picking up a zip, be prepared to shell out some cash. Prices can swing wildly based on quality, where you are, and what the market's doing. Typically, you can expect to pay anywhere from $150 to $300 for a zip in the United States. This variation in price underscores the importance of being an informed consumer, especially when considering weed sub boxes that might offer various quantities.
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Breaking It Down: Smaller Measurements
While zips are great for bulk purchases, many consumers prefer smaller quantities. Let's explore some common measurements you might encounter when browsing monthly weed boxes or visiting your local dispensary.
The Eighth
An eighth refers to 1/8 of an ounce of cannabis, equivalent to 3.5 grams. This quantity is one of the most frequently purchased by consumers. An eighth typically provides enough cannabis for 7-10 bowls or several joints, depending on their size. Pricing for an eighth usually ranges from $30 to $60, making it an accessible option for many users.
The Dime and The Dub
Originally used as street slang to discreetly discuss cannabis purchases, the terms "dime" and "dub" have carried over into legal markets. A "dime" or "dime bag" traditionally refers to $10 worth of cannabis. The actual weight can vary depending on quality and location but typically falls around 0.5-1 gram.
A "dub," on the other hand, generally means $20 worth of cannabis, usually weighing in at 1-2 grams. Like "dime," this term emerged from street slang used to avoid detection when discussing cannabis transactions. The exact amount can vary based on quality and local market conditions.
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Cultural Cannabis: 420 & 710
Beyond measurements, certain numbers have gained significant cultural meaning in the cannabis community. Understanding these can help you navigate the world of weed sub boxes and cannabis culture at large.
420
The term "420" is deeply embedded in cannabis culture, referring to both the time 4:20 PM and the date April 20th as occasions to consume cannabis. This tradition traces back to 1971 when a group of high school students in California would meet at 4:20 PM to smoke cannabis. The term spread through the Grateful Dead subculture and eventually became widely recognized in cannabis culture.
710
More recently, "710" has emerged as the counterpart to 420 for cannabis concentrates and oil products. When turned upside down, 710 spells "OIL." July 10th (7/10) is now observed as a day to celebrate cannabis concentrates, mirroring how 4/20 celebrates cannabis in general. This term originated in online cannabis communities around 2010-2011, reflecting the growing popularity of concentrate products.
Strains and Consumption Methods
As you explore different monthly weed boxes or dispensary offerings, you'll likely encounter various strains and consumption methods. Let's look at a few noteworthy examples.
Acapulco Gold
Acapulco Gold is a famous sativa cannabis strain originating from Acapulco, Mexico. It gained popularity in the 1960s for its potency and distinctive golden color. Modern Acapulco Gold typically boasts THC levels of 18-24%. The strain is renowned for its energizing and uplifting effects, as well as its earthy, spicy, and citrusy flavor profile.
Blunts and Bongs
A blunt is a cigar that has been emptied of tobacco and refilled with cannabis. Blunts originated in New York as a discreet way to smoke cannabis, as they resemble cigars. They typically contain more cannabis than a standard joint. However, even without tobacco, the cigar wrap introduces additional toxins compared to using rolling papers.
A bong, also called a water pipe, is a device used for smoking cannabis that filters and cools the smoke through water. Bongs can be made from various materials including glass, plastic, ceramic, or bamboo. They typically consist of a bowl to hold the cannabis, a stem to guide smoke into the water, and a chamber to collect the filtered smoke before inhalation. Some users prefer bongs for producing smoother hits, though it's important to note they do not significantly reduce the harmful effects of smoke inhalation.
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Comprehensive Cannabis Glossary
AK-47: A potent hybrid cannabis strain known for its strong effects and pungent odor.
Alaskan Thunderfuck: A legendary sativa-dominant strain originating from Alaska, known for its potent cerebral effects.
Baggies: Small plastic bags used to package cannabis.
Baked: Slang term for being high on cannabis.
BHO: Butane Hash Oil, a potent cannabis concentrate extracted using butane.
Blasted: Extremely high on cannabis.
Blunt Wrap: A tobacco leaf or tobacco-based paper used to roll cannabis.
Booty: Slang term for low-quality cannabis.
Bowl: The part of a pipe or bong where cannabis is placed and ignited.
Broccoli: Slang term for cannabis, referring to its green appearance.
Bud: The flower of the cannabis plant.
Budder: A type of cannabis concentrate with a consistency similar to butter.
Budtender: An employee at a dispensary who assists customers with cannabis products.
Butane: A solvent used in the production of some cannabis concentrates.
Cannabinoid Receptors: Cellular receptors in the body that interact with cannabinoids.
Cannabinoids: Chemical compounds found in cannabis that interact with the body's endocannabinoid system.
Cannabis: The scientific name for the plant commonly known as marijuana or hemp.
Cannabutter: Butter infused with cannabis, often used in edibles.
Carb: Short for carburetor, a hole on a pipe or bong that's covered and uncovered to control airflow.
Carb Cap: A tool used with dab rigs to control airflow and temperature.
Caryophyllene: A terpene found in cannabis known for its spicy, peppery aroma.
Cashed: When a bowl of cannabis is fully burned and finished.
CBD: Cannabidiol, a non-psychoactive cannabinoid known for its potential therapeutic benefits.
CBN: Cannabinol, a mildly psychoactive cannabinoid formed from the degradation of THC.
Cheech & Chong: Comedy duo famous for their cannabis-themed humor.
Cherry: The glowing red ember of a lit joint or bowl.
Concentrates: Potent cannabis extracts with high cannabinoid concentrations.
Cone: A pre-rolled, cone-shaped joint or a cone-shaped rolling paper.
Cotton Mouth: The dry mouth sensation often experienced after consuming cannabis.
Couchlock: A state of deep relaxation induced by certain cannabis strains, making it difficult to leave the couch.
Crossfaded: The state of being simultaneously intoxicated by cannabis and alcohol.
Crumble: A dry, crumbly type of cannabis concentrate.
Crutch: A small filter or tip used at the end of a joint.
Dab Rig: A specialized water pipe used for consuming cannabis concentrates.
Dabs: Concentrated doses of cannabis that are vaporized and inhaled.
Decarboxylation: The process of heating cannabis to activate its cannabinoids.
Decriminalization: Reducing criminal penalties for cannabis possession or use.
Diamonds: A form of THCA concentrate that resembles crystalline structures.
Dime Bags: Small quantities of cannabis traditionally sold for $10.
Dispensary: A store where cannabis products are sold legally.
Distillate: A highly refined cannabis extract containing isolated cannabinoids.
Doobie: Slang term for a cannabis joint.
Dutch Treat: A popular hybrid cannabis strain known for its sweet, earthy flavor.
Edibles: Food products infused with cannabis.
Entourage Effect: The theory that cannabinoids work better together than in isolation.
Extract: Concentrated form of cannabis obtained through various extraction methods.
Fatty: A large or generously filled joint.
Flower: The smokable buds of the cannabis plant.
Fried: Extremely high on cannabis.
Full Spectrum: Cannabis products containing the full range of the plant's compounds.
Ganja: A term for cannabis originating from Hindi.
Girl Scout Cookies: A popular hybrid cannabis strain known for its sweet aroma.
Glass: Refers to glass smoking devices like bongs or pipes.
Gorilla Glue: A potent hybrid strain known for its sticky buds.
Greened Out: Experiencing negative effects from consuming too much cannabis.
Grinder: A tool used to break down cannabis buds into smaller pieces.
Hash: A concentrated cannabis product made from compressed trichomes.
Hashish: Another term for hash.
Haze: A family of sativa-dominant cannabis strains.
Head Shop: A store that sells cannabis paraphernalia.
Hemp: Cannabis plants containing 0.3% or less THC by dry weight.
Hit: A single inhalation of cannabis smoke or vapor.
Hotbox: The act of smoking cannabis in an enclosed space to intensify the effects.
Hybrid: A cannabis strain that's a genetic cross between indica and sativa.
Icing: The crystalline trichomes on cannabis buds.
Indica: A species of cannabis plant associated with relaxing effects.
Jack Herer: A popular sativa-dominant strain named after the cannabis activist.
Joint: A cannabis cigarette.
Kief: The resinous trichomes that fall off cannabis flowers.
Kush: A family of Indica-dominant cannabis strains.
Limonene: A terpene found in cannabis known for its citrusy aroma.
Live Resin: A type of cannabis concentrate made from fresh, frozen plant material.
Marijuana: Another term for cannabis, often used in legal contexts.
Mary Jane: Slang term for cannabis.
Munchies: Increased appetite often experienced after consuming cannabis.
Myrcene: A terpene found in cannabis known for its earthy, musky aroma.
Oil: Concentrated cannabis extract with a liquid consistency.
One-hitter: A small pipe designed for a single inhalation of cannabis.
Packing/Loading a Bowl: Filling a pipe or bong with cannabis.
Papers: Thin sheets used for rolling joints.
Pipe: A handheld device used for smoking cannabis.
Pot: Slang term for cannabis.
Pothead: Slang term for a frequent cannabis user.
Pre-Roll: A professionally rolled cannabis joint.
Puff, puff, pass: Cannabis smoking etiquette where a person takes two puffs before passing.
Re-up: To replenish one's cannabis supply.
Reefer: Slang term for cannabis.
Resin: The sticky residue left in pipes after smoking cannabis.
Rice Paper: Thin, translucent rolling papers often used for joints.
Rick Simpson Oil (RSO): A highly concentrated form of cannabis oil.
Rillo: Short for cigarillo, often used to roll blunts.
Rip: To take a large hit from a bong.
Roach: The end of a joint that's too small to smoke easily.
Roach Clip: A tool used to hold the end of a joint to avoid burning fingers.
Roasted: Very high on cannabis.
Rosin: A solventless cannabis concentrate made using heat and pressure.
Sap: A sticky, honey-like cannabis concentrate.
SHO: Solventless Hash Oil, a type of cannabis concentrate made without chemical solvents.
Spliff: A joint that contains both cannabis and tobacco.
Sploof: A homemade device used to filter cannabis smoke and reduce odor.
Stoned: The state of being high on cannabis.
Stoner: Slang term for a cannabis enthusiast.
Strain: A specific genetic variety of cannabis plants.
T-break: Short for "tolerance break," a period of abstaining from cannabis use.
Wake n Bake: The act of consuming cannabis immediately after waking up.
Weed: Common slang term for cannabis.
Yammed: Extremely high on cannabis.
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Final Thoughts
Understanding cannabis terminology can help you navigate dispensary menus, understand dosing, and communicate effectively about weed.
New strains, consumption methods, and even new slang are constantly emerging. Stay curious, keep learning, and always prioritize safety and legality in your cannabis experiences.
And hey, if you're feeling overwhelmed by all the choices out there, why not consider trying Greeen Box’s weed box? It could be a fun way to explore different products and find new favorites.
