Cannabis Glossary

A

• Accessories: Equipment, products, devices, or materials intended for planting, cultivating, processing, or consuming cannabis (Commonwealth of Massachusetts, 2018).
• Activist: A person who advocates for the legal use and reform of cannabis laws.
• Aeroponics: A method of growing cannabis suspended in air (Hennings, 2017a).
• Aroma: The scent of cannabis, described with terms such as earthy, fruity, or skunky.

B

• Batch: An agreed-upon weight of cannabis that is grown, harvested, and processed together, exposed to similar conditions.
• BHO (Butane Hash Oil): A concentrated cannabis extract made using butane as a solvent.
• Butane Hash Oil Extraction: A process where cannabis flowers are blasted with butane, creating an amber resin known as wax or shatter (PotGuide.com, 2018).
• Budding: The process of flowering in cannabis plants, when they produce buds.

C

• Cannabichromene (CBC): The second most prevalent cannabinoid in cannabis, non-psychoactive (Prichard & Brown, 2018).
• Cannabidiol (CBD): A non-psychoactive cannabinoid known for its therapeutic effects (Prichard & Brown, 2018).
• Cannabinol (CBN): A cannabinoid that occurs from the oxygenation and decomposition of THC.
• Cannabinoid: Chemicals that influence cell receptors in the brain and body, changing cellular behavior (Prichard & Brown, 2018).
• Cannabinoid Profile: The amount of all cannabinoids present in a cannabis sample (Commonwealth of Massachusetts, 2018).
• Cannabinoid 1 (CB1) and 2 (CB2) Receptors: CB1 receptors mediate psychoactive effects, while CB2 receptors regulate inflammation and immune response (Healer, 2018).
• Closed-loop Extraction: A chemical extraction method that reuses the solvent, considered safer than open-blasting (Prichard & Brown, 2018).
• Concentrate (or Extract): A material created by refining cannabis flowers, such as hash and oils, known for higher potency (Prichard & Brown, 2018).
• Cultivar: A plant strain resulting from crossbreeding and genetic stabilization.
• Cultivator: An entity licensed to cultivate, process, and package cannabis (Commonwealth of Massachusetts, 2018).
• Cure: The process of slowly drying cannabis flowers to maximize flavor and quality (Prichard & Brown, 2018).

D

• Dab/Dabbing: A method of consuming a small amount of cannabis concentrate on a heated surface to inhale vapor (CDPHE, 2016).
• Decarboxylation: The process of converting THCA to THC through heat (Leaf Science, 2017).
• Dispensary: A store legally selling cannabis products, either medical, recreational, or both (Prichard & Brown, 2018).
• Dosage/Dosing: The individualized amount of cannabinoids within products, determined through titration (Health Canada, 2018).

E

• Edibles: Cannabis-infused food products, including cookies, gummies, and beverages (CDPHE, 2016).
• Electronic Smoking Device: A device that vaporizes cannabis flower or liquids for inhalation (CDPHE, 2016).
• Endocannabinoid System (ECS): A complex regulatory system throughout the body that maintains homeostasis (Healer, 2018).
• Extraction: Processes used to extract cannabinoids from the cannabis plant (Barrus et al., 2016).
• Extraction: The different methods by which cannabinoids within the plant can be extracted.

F

• Flower: The reproductive part of the cannabis plant that is harvested for consumption, also known as bud (CDPHE, 2016).
• Foreign Matter: Any plant matter or contaminants present in cannabis products.

G

• Grower: A person or business that cultivates cannabis plants.
• Greenhouse: A controlled environment for growing cannabis, allowing optimal light and temperature.

H

• Hemp: A cannabis variety with less than 0.3% THC, used for industrial purposes (Commonwealth of Massachusetts, 2018).
• Hybrid: A strain that is a cross between indica and sativa plants.

I

• ISO 17025: Standards for the competence of testing and calibration laboratories established by the International Organization for Standardization.
• Inside vs. Outside Growing: Refers to the differences between indoor and outdoor cannabis cultivation, impacting yield and quality.

J

• Joint: A rolled cannabis cigarette, typically made with rolling papers.
• Juicing: The process of extracting raw cannabis juice from fresh leaves and flowers.

K

• Kief: The resin glands from cannabis flowers, rich in cannabinoids and terpenes.
• Kush: A popular strain family known for its potency and distinct aroma.

L

• Lab Testing: Analysis of cannabis products for potency, contaminants, and compliance.
• Limit of Quantification (LOQ): The lowest concentration at which an analyte can be reliably detected.

M

• Marijuana: A slang term for the dried flowers, leaves, stems, and seeds of the cannabis plant (Health Canada, 2018).
• Manufacturing: The process of compounding, blending, or preparing cannabis products (Commonwealth of Massachusetts, 2018).
• Medical Marijuana Concentrate: Products derived from medical marijuana, including kief, hash, and oils.
• Microdosing: The practice of consuming small amounts of cannabis for subtle effects.

N

• Nabilone (Cesamet): A synthetic THC pharmaceutical approved for nausea and vomiting associated with chemotherapy (FDA, 2017).
• Nug: A small, dense bud of cannabis.
• Mycotoxin: A harmful metabolite produced by fungi, which can contaminate cannabis (Commonwealth of Massachusetts, 2018).

O

• Oil: A concentrated form of cannabis extract, used in various consumption methods.
• Organic Solvent Extraction: A method using organic solvents to extract cannabinoids.

P

• Potency: The strength of cannabis, usually measured by THC or CBD percentage.
• Packaging: Any container used for enclosing cannabis goods for retail sale (Commonwealth of Massachusetts, 2018).
• Pesticide: Substances used on cannabis plants to protect against pests and diseases.
• Pharmacokinetics/Pharmacodynamics: The study of how drugs are absorbed, distributed, metabolized, and eliminated by the body (CDPHE, 2016).
• Processing: The steps taken to harvest, dry, cure, and trim cannabis plants (Commonwealth of Massachusetts, 2018).
• Potential Total THC: The potential THC content in products containing THCA.

Q

• Quarantine: Isolating cannabis products that may be contaminated until testing is complete.
• Quintessential: A term used to describe a strain or product that exemplifies a particular category.

R

• Rick Simpson Oil (RSO): A high-THC concentrated cannabis oil used for medicinal purposes.
• Residual Solvent: Volatile organic compounds used in manufacturing that are not completely removed (Commonwealth of Massachusetts, 2018).
• Recreational Cannabis: Cannabis used for pleasure, available to adults over 21 (PotGuide.com, 2018).
• Route of Administration: The method by which cannabis is introduced into the body, affecting absorption and effects.

S

• Seed-to-Sale: The entire process of cannabis production from cultivation to final sale (Commonwealth of Massachusetts, 2018).
• Solvent: A substance that dissolves another, forming a solution, used in extraction methods.
• Strain: A specific variety of cannabis with distinct characteristics and effects.

T

• Terpene: Aromatic compounds in cannabis that provide unique scents and flavors, influencing effects (Hennings, 2017b).
• THC (Tetrahydrocannabinol): The primary psychoactive compound in cannabis responsible for the “high” (Prichard & Brown, 2018).
• THCA (Tetrahydrocannabinolic Acid): The non-psychoactive precursor to THC, abundant in raw cannabis (Prichard & Brown, 2018).
• Tincture: A liquid cannabis extract made with glycerin or alcohol, taken sublingually for quick effects (PotGuide.com, 2018).
• Topical: Cannabis-infused lotions, balms, and oils used for localized pain relief (Prichard & Brown, 2018).
• Trim: The process of removing excess leaves from harvested cannabis buds.

U

• Under the Tongue: A method of consuming tinctures or oils for faster absorption.
• Uptake: The absorption of cannabinoids into the bloodstream.

V

• Vaporizer: A device that heats cannabis to create vapor for inhalation, without combustion (PotGuide.com, 2018).
• Vaping: Inhaling vapor from cannabis flower or concentrates

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Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between THC and CBD?

THC is the cannabinoid mainly responsible for the intoxicating high; CBD is non-intoxicating and is often used for balance. Products list both on their lab results.

What does a COA tell me?

A Certificate of Analysis is the lab report for a product: cannabinoid percentages, terpenes and safety screening for contaminants. Every licensed New York product has one.

What are terpenes?

Aromatic compounds that give each strain its smell and flavor and shape its effect, such as limonene (citrus) or myrcene (earthy).

For adults 21+ only. This content is for general information and is not medical advice. Cannabis products have not been evaluated by the FDA. Please consume responsibly and keep out of reach of children and pets.