Definition

Noun: - A purified resinous extract derived from the hemp plant (Cannabis sativa), specifically containing high concentrations of psychoactive compounds; used as a hallucinogenic drug.

Examples of Usage

• Noun:
  • The ancient text described rituals involving the use of hasheesh.
  • Authorities seized a large shipment of hasheesh at the border.

Advanced Usage

• Historical/Literary Context: The term "hasheesh" is often found in historical, anthropological, or literary texts describing its use in certain cultures or periods, as opposed to more modern slang terms for cannabis products.
  • In his travel writings, he recounted experiences with hasheesh in the Middle East.

Variants and Related Words

• Hashish (n): The more common modern spelling and variant of "hasheesh," referring to the same substance.
  • Hashish is typically sold as a solid block or paste.
• Cannabis resin: A more general term for the sticky extract from the cannabis plant.
• Charas: A specific type of hand-rubbed hashish traditionally made in the Indian subcontinent.

Synonyms

• Hash: A common shortened form of "hashish."
• Cannabis concentrate: A broader, more technical term for processed cannabis extracts.

Notes on Meaning

This word refers specifically to a processed, concentrated form of cannabis. It is distinct from terms for the raw plant material (e.g., marijuana, weed) or for synthetic cannabinoids. Its primary connotation is as an intoxicating or hallucinogenic substance.

Noun

1. purified resinous extract of the hemp plant; used as a hallucinogen