Weed Terminology - a Dictionary for Stoners
Weed Terminology - a Dictionary for Stoners
So you have dove into the world of substance abuse (not actually), and you have heard some terms or names you did not understand. For example, "Let's hot box" or Let's roll a spliff. There are an insane amount of standard slang terms and probably even more unusual ones. So remember, smoke marijuana safely!
If it is your first time smoking, check out my post about smoking for the first time. Consuming cannabis can be scary and should be done correctly the first time you do it. Always consume cannabis in safe places.
Let's dive into different names for marijuana.
Cannabis Synonyms
Bud
The term is used to refer to the petalless flowers of the cannabis plant. Buds, or "nugs," contain trichomes, which have compounds such as cannabinoids and terpenes that can get you high or give medical benefits. Check out Leafly for more info on what a bud is. If you smoke cannabis, you smoke the buds of the cannabis plants.
Marijuana
The use of "marijuana" in American English increased dramatically in the 1930s when it was preferred as an exotic-sounding alternative name during drug use debates. It has been suggested that in the United States, the word was promoted by opponents of the drug, who wanted to stigmatize it with a "foreign-sounding name." However, according to Lizzie Post, the word "marijuana" is deprecated because "in the early 1900s, the term marijuana was purposely used to negatively associate it with the Latino community as it sounded more like Mexican slang than American slang.
Weed
"Weed" was first used around the early 1910s and was officially listed as one of the new terms for cannabis in the 1929 edition of American Speech. However, at the time, it wasn't widely adopted. Instead, "weed" was overshadowed by its more exotic counterpart, "marijuana."
Grass
In the 1700s, farmers in the colonies were required to grow 1/4 of their crops in hemp because they used to make rope out of it for the large ships that brought our ancestors. So imagine large fields covered in what we would call ditch weed .as we know, hemp is a very hardy plant that seeds itself in and grows like grass.
Dope
Dope isn't the most flattering term we have for cannabis. During the 19th century, "dope" was a synonym for a fool and also as a synonym for Opium.
By the 20th century, the term was used to describe any illegal smokable substance. Nowadays, you can call something dope if it is cool or good.
Reefer
Reefer is a marijuana slang term often referring to a joint. Reefer was simultaneously popularized and stigmatized by the 1930s melodramatic propaganda film "Reefer Madness," in which cannabis lures users down a dangerous rabbit hole.
Ganja
Hindi word for cannabis; the term was introduced to Jamaica by Indian laborers.
Person 1: "Ganja is Jamaican for weed!"
Person 2: "No, it's Hindi. Jamaican isn't even a language, retard. Now pass the joint."
Hash (Hashish)
Hash (or hashish) is a concentrated form of cannabis.
It is the resin of the cannabis plant that's been separated from the plant mechanically or chemically.
Herb
herb
(h)ərb/
noun
any plant with leaves, seeds, or flowers used for flavoring, food, medicine, or perfume. "bundles of dried herbs."
Chronic
Used to describe high-quality cannabis. A chronic medical condition is a long-lasting condition. Chronic cannabis should also be long-lasting.
Mary Jane
It's a common nickname for weed, and it especially became popular due to Rick James' 1978 hit of the same title, in which he proclaims to be in love with a woman (apparently called Mary Jane) who always knows how to make him feel better.
As the song says, you can use cannabis to relieve depression and anxiety symptoms, and it's also perfect for when you want a nice, relaxing time.
Aunt Mary
Picture from Urban Dictionary
Blow
Blow = smoke. Dope = weed.
Therefore:
Blow dope = smoke weed.
Stoner 1: Hey man, let's drive around and blow dope!
Stoner 2: SMOKE WEED EVERY DAY!
Pot
The word came into use in America in the late 1930s. It is a shortening of the Spanish Potiguaya or Potaguaya that came from potación de guaya, a wine or brandy in which marijuana buds have been steeped. It literally means "the drink of grief." It involves heating the marijuana leaves in wine or brandy.
Stuff
I don't have a good explanation for this, but I don't have a lousy answer either. Simply, "Wanna go smoke some stuff?"
Flower
Synonym for bud. The term is used to refer to the petalless flowers of the cannabis plant. Buds, or "nugs," contain trichomes, which have compounds such as cannabinoids and terpenes that can get you high or give medical benefits.
Dutch Master
A Dutch master is a type of wrap/paper/leaf. Check out this guide on how to roll one.
Addiction Treatment
Drug treatment is intended to help addicted individuals stop compulsive drug seeking and use. Treatment can occur in various settings, take many different forms and last for different lengths of time. Cannabis is in itself not addicting, but it can be psychological addiction. Therefore, the cannabis industry has to offer treatment facilities, in my opinion. Substance abuse is nothing to joke around with; always take precautions.
Cannabis Concentrates
Cannabis concentrates are the product of distilling down the most desirable parts of the plant. They contain all the cannabinoids and terpenes of cannabis flowers and none of the excess plant material. Ounce for ounce, marijuana concentrates have a far greater proportion of cannabinoids and terpenes than raw cannabis flowers.
Spliff
A marijuana cigarette/cannabis cigarette. A joint rolled with marijuana mixed with tobacco.
Amp Joint
An amp joint is a joint mixed with other drugs. This can be pretty dangerous, and I do not support it. If someone consumes cannabis, they should be careful consuming other drugs that same day. Some drugs mix well; some don't. I know that drugs like cocaine or heroin are super addictive and commonly lead to a worse life.
Many people enjoy cannabis with alcohol. This can be fun but can also lead to a vomit-filled night. Be safe out there.
Here is information about how different substances mix
Some Popular Cannabis Strains
Mexican airlines
Its THC level of 19% makes it the perfect specimen for those who love a Sativa high - powerful with intense euphoria and an injection of creativity, which can crest into psychedelic experiences. Mexican Airlines opens the doors of creativity and activates the desire to have fun. It's one vacation you won't forget, a jet-powered flight to exotic, fantastic beaches.
Purple Haze
Purple Haze is a sativa marijuana strain popularized by Jimi Hendrix's 1967 classic song, Purple Haze. This strain delivers a dreamy burst of euphoria that brings veteran consumers back to their psychedelic heyday. This nostalgic sativa staple remains cherished for its high-energy cerebral stimulation that awakens creativity and blissful contentment throughout the day. In addition, the cannabis aromas are beautiful with this plant.
Atom Bomb
Atomic Bomb crosses Chemdog with a flavor-packed Kush and Bomb Seeds' award-winning THC Bomb. The result has a flavor profile with notes of fuel and citrus followed up by some undertones of menthol and berry. The high potency and duration make Atomic Bomb ideal for consumers searching for a euphoric feeling that lingers for hours.
If interested in more strains, check out The Best Marijuana Strains of 2022.
And You Don't See Listed?
Diving into the world of marijuana isn't always easy. You might feel overwhelmed with the slang terms or slang names for different stuff. If there are any I missed (there definitely are), feel free to contact me HERE, and ill get back to you.
I like to believe I've included the most common slang terms, but new ones come along all the time.
100 Names For Weed
Just a big list without much content. This way, I can include more words.
Weed
Pot
Herb
Bud
Mary Jane
Ganja
Grass
Reefer
Cannabis
Dope
Green
Smoke
Hash
Joint
Blunt
Sticky-icky
420
Wacky tobaccy
Stank
Skunk
Mota
Doobie
Giggle smoke
Devil's lettuce
Hydro
Black tar
Spliff
J
Dime bag
Quarter
Eighth
Bowl
Bong
Pipe
Roach
Roll-up
Doink
Session
Zoot
Buzz
High
Stoned
Blaze
toke
Puff
Herbology
Mary Warner
Magic Dragon
Smokeweed
Herbaceous
Green goddess
Jazz cabbage
Nature's gift
Plant medicine
Smokey Joe
Chronic-les
Grasshopper
Herbal remedy
Happy smoke
Reefer madness
Dream puff
Puff the magic dragon
Herbal delight
Ganja goddess
Healing herb
Peace pipe
Herbal therapy
Cloud 9
Zen zoot
Magic herb
Bliss bud
Herbal infusion
Earth medicine
Relaxation station
Green therapy
Zen smoke
Sweet leaf
Cloud walker
Tranquil toke
Herbal haze
Sensi stick
Mind meld
Zen blossom
Natural high
Enlightened puff
Blissful bud
Herbal elixir
Nirvana puff
Serene smoke
Herbal harmony
Cloud chaser
Peaceful puff
Zen garden
Euphoria express
Herbal tonic
Mellow puff
Chill leaf
Herbal blend
Harmony haze
Natural bliss
Good Luck!
-Freddie