510 Thread
A universal screw-on connection used on most vape cartridges and batteries, making them interchangeable across brands.

Adult-Use
Cannabis legally sold for recreational purposes to adults 21 years and older, without the need for a medical card.

All-in-One (AIO)
A disposable vaporizer device with both a built-in battery and a pre-filled cartridge; ready to use out of the box.

Analgesic
A property of cannabis compounds, especially THC and CBD, that helps relieve pain.

Anxiolytic
Certain cannabinoids and terpenes may reduce symptoms of anxiety, producing calming effects.

Batch Number
A unique code assigned to a cannabis product allowing the tracing of its manufacturing and testing history.

Benching System
Structures used in grow facilities to support cannabis plants, often allowing vertical stacking for efficiency.

Blunt
A cannabis cigar, rolled in a tobacco leaf wrap, providing a slower, heavier smoking experience.

Body High
The physical sensation of relaxation, heaviness, or tingling often associated with indica strains.

Boom Irrigation System
An automated method for watering cannabis plants uniformly from above, improving consistency and reducing labor.

Broad-Spectrum
Cannabis products containing multiple cannabinoids and terpenes, but typically without THC.

Bubble Hash
A concentrate made by agitating cannabis flower in ice water to remove trichomes, then filtering and drying.

Bud
The dried flower portion of the cannabis plant, usually smoked or vaporized.

Budder
A cannabis concentrate with a creamy, butter-like consistency.

Budtender
A dispensary staff member who helps customers choose appropriate products.

Bong
A water-filled pipe used to smoke cannabis flower for smoother pulls and cooler smoke.

Bubbler
A smaller water pipe combining the portability of a pipe with the filtration of a bong.

BHO (Butane Hash Oil)
A cannabis concentrate made by extracting cannabinoids with butane as a solvent.

Canopy Area
The measured surface area of flowering cannabis plants in a cultivation facility.

Cannabinoid
Chemical compounds produced by cannabis (such as THC and CBD) that interact with the body’s endocannabinoid system.

Cannabinoid Distillation
Refining process that isolates specific cannabinoids using heat and vapor.

Cannabis
Genus of flowering plants including both hemp and cannabis used for recreational, medical, or industrial purposes.

Cannabis Edibles
Infused foods and beverages containing cannabis extracts, consumed for slower, longer-lasting effects.

Cannabis Flower
The harvested and dried bud of the cannabis plant, rich in cannabinoids and terpenes.

Cannabis Oil
A versatile, concentrated extract used for edibles, tinctures, vape cartridges, and topicals.

Cannabis Tincture
An extract suspended in alcohol or oil, intended for sublingual (under the tongue) use for quick absorption.

Capsules
Pre-measured cannabis-infused pills, providing discreet, consistent dosing.

CBC (Cannabichromene)
A lesser-known cannabinoid studied for anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving effects.

CBD (Cannabidiol)
A non-intoxicating cannabinoid with relaxing properties, found in many topicals, oils, and edibles.

CBG (Cannabigerol)
A rare, non-intoxicating cannabinoid thought to have potential therapeutic value.

CBN (Cannabinol)
A minor cannabinoid formed from aged THC, mildly psychoactive and sometimes used for sleep support.

Clone
A genetic replica of a cannabis plant, grown from a cutting for consistency in cultivation.

Closed-Loop Extraction
A solvent-based extraction method where the solvent is contained and recycled.

COA (Certificate of Analysis)
A lab report listing cannabinoids, terpenes, potency, and contaminants for each batch of product.

Combustion
Burning cannabis flower to release cannabinoids for inhalation.

Compliance
Meeting all legal and regulatory standards for cannabis cultivation, processing, and sales.

Cone
Pre-formed rolling paper shaped like a cone for filling with ground flower.

Concentrates
Highly potent cannabis products like wax, shatter, live resin, or rosin, made by extracting cannabinoids and terpenes.

Crystalline
Pure, crystalized cannabinoid product, typically THC-A or CBD, with up to 99% purity.

Cultivar
A cultivated variety of cannabis (similar to “strain”), bred for specific traits like flavor or potency.

Curing
Post-harvest process of slowly drying flower to enhance potency, flavor, and aroma.

Daily Deal
Special discount or promotion available at a dispensary for a limited time.

Dab/Dabbing
The act of vaporizing cannabis concentrate on a heated surface and inhaling the resulting vapor.

Dab Pen
Portable device for vaporizing cannabis concentrates.

Decarboxylation
Heat-driven chemical process activating cannabinoids, converting THC-A and CBD-A into THC and CBD.

Dispensary
A licensed retail store selling cannabis products to medical patients or adult-use consumers.

Dispensary Agent
A staff member trained to advise customers and explain product options.

Distillate
Highly refined cannabis concentrate, often used in edibles and vape products for its neutral flavor and potency.

Eighth
A common retail cannabis measurement equal to 3.5 grams.

Edibles
Cannabis-infused food and beverages, ranging from baked goods to gummies and chocolates.

Endocannabinoid System (ECS)
A regulatory system in the body that interacts with cannabinoids to influence mood, appetite, and pain.

Entourage Effect
The enhanced therapeutic effect created when cannabinoids and terpenes work together.

Euphoric
A feeling of intense happiness or well-being, often produced by THC consumption.

Extraction
Techniques used to isolate cannabinoids and terpenes from cannabis for concentrates.

Feminized Seed
Seeds bred to eliminate male chromosomes, producing only flowering female plants.

Flower
The dried, cured buds of the cannabis plant, preferred for smoking or vaping.

Flavonoid
Compounds contributing to the color and flavor of cannabis, also having potential health benefits.

Full-Spectrum
Extract containing the plant’s full range of cannabinoids and terpenes for maximum effect.

Gram
A unit of measure, equal to one gram (1g), used for cannabis flower or concentrates.

Greenhouse
A facility using natural sunlight with environmental controls for energy-efficient growing.

Grinder
Device used to break up flower into smaller pieces for smoking or vaping.

Hash
A concentrate made by collecting and compressing resin glands (trichomes) from cannabis flower.

Honey Oil
A concentrate with a golden, viscous consistency, also called hash oil.

Hybrid
A strain bred from indica and sativa genetics, producing balanced effects.

Hydroponics
A soil-free growing method using nutrient-rich water, often resulting in faster growth.

Ice Bong
A bong designed to accommodate ice for cooler, smoother smoke.

ID Check
Verification of identity and legal age at the dispensary entrance.

Indoor Grow
Cannabis cultivation in a climate-controlled building using artificial lights.

Infused Pre-roll
A joint or blunt pre-filled with cannabis flower and boosted with added concentrate.

Isolate
A purified product containing a single cannabinoid, like pure CBD.

Joint
Classic cannabis cigarette rolled with paper and usually containing ground flower.

Kief
Powdery trichomes collected from dried cannabis, used to boost potency.

Lab Testing
Analytical screening to verify cannabinoid content and ensure products are free from contaminants.

Landrace
A naturally occurring, regionally adapted cannabis strain, known for consistent genetics.

Live Resin
A concentrate made from flash-frozen, uncured flower, resulting in elevated flavors and terpene content.

Living Soil
Organic soil packed with beneficial organisms that enhance plant health naturally.

Microbusiness
A small-scale cannabis operation encompassing cultivation, manufacturing, and retail on limited premises.

Microdose
A very small amount of cannabis taken to produce minor effects, often sub-perceptual.

Nanoemulsion
Technology that breaks cannabinoids into tiny particles for rapid absorption in beverages/edibles.

Non-psychoactive
Compounds like CBD that don’t produce a mental high.

Nug Run
Concentrate produced from whole buds (“nugs”) instead of trim for higher quality.

Outdoor Grow
Traditional cannabis cultivation using natural sunlight and weather, usually with seasonal harvests.

Pheno-Hunt
Searching through seedlings to identify the most desirable phenotypes or traits.

Phenotype
Observable characteristics of a cannabis plant, shaped by genes and environment.

Pipe
A handheld device for smoking cannabis flower.

Potency
The strength of cannabinoids in a product, usually expressed as a percentage.

Pre-roll
A ready-to-smoke joint sold by dispensaries or brands.

Psychoactive
Cannabis compounds, especially THC, that alter perception, mood, and consciousness.

Purchase Limit
Maximum legal amount of cannabis that can be bought per purchase.

Residual Solvents
Unwanted chemicals remaining in concentrates if not properly extracted; healthy products test for these.

Rewards Program
A loyalty system allowing customers to earn points or discounts on cannabis purchases.

Rosin
A high-potency, solventless concentrate created using pressure and heat.

Sativa
Strain type known for energizing, uplifting effects.

Seed-to-Sale
Tracking a cannabis product through its life from growth to sale for regulatory compliance.

Shake
Small bits of bud and leaf at the bottom of a bag, often sold at a lower price.

Shatter
A concentrate named for its brittle, glass-like texture and potent effect.

Smoking
Burning cannabis flower in a joint, pipe, or bong and inhaling the smoke.

Solvent
Substance like butane, propane, or CO2 used in extraction of concentrates.

Solventless
Extraction methods, such as rosin or dry sift, using no chemicals.

Source Material
Original plant or extract used to produce a specific product.

Strain
Specific variety or genetic blend of cannabis identified by name or lineage.

Sugar
A concentrate with the consistency and crystalline texture of wet sugar.

Sublingual
A method of administration placing cannabis under the tongue for quick effect.

Suppository
Cannabis product formulated for rectal or vaginal use for targeted effects.

Synthetic Cannabis
Lab-made substances mimicking natural cannabinoids; usually not recommended.

TAC (Total Active Cannabinoids)
Sum of all active cannabinoid percentages in a product.

Terpene
Aromatic oils in cannabis plants responsible for unique scents, flavors, and some effects.

THC (Tetrahydrocannabinol)
Primary psychoactive compound in cannabis, responsible for the high.

THC Gummies
Popular edible candies infused with THC.

THC Syrup
Liquid cannabis product with concentrated THC and sweet flavor.

THCA
Raw, non-intoxicating form of THC found in fresh cannabis.

Tincture
Liquid cannabis extract consumed orally or sublingually.

Topical
Cannabis product applied directly to the skin for local effect, not psychoactive.

Torch
High-powered butane lighter used to heat surfaces for dabbing.

Transdermal
Products, such as patches, that deliver cannabinoids through the skin into the bloodstream.

Trichome
Resinous glands covering cannabis flowers that produce cannabinoids and terpenes.

Trim
Leaves and extra plant material trimmed from buds during harvest.

Uplifting
Term used to describe energizing or mood-boosting strains or effects.

Vape/Vape Pen
Portable device for vaporizing cannabis oil or flower for inhalation.

Vape Battery
Rechargeable power source for a vape cartridge or pen.

Veteran Discount
Special pricing programs for military veterans at dispensaries.

Wax
A soft, opaque concentrate known for high THC content and dabbing compatibility.

Whole Plant
Products utilizing all parts of the cannabis plant for a full spectrum of cannabinoids and terpenes.

Yeast & Mold
Contaminants screened for in lab-tested cannabis products to ensure safety.