thc

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Definition

Noun: 1. The primary psychoactive chemical compound found in the cannabis plant: THC is an abbreviation for tetrahydrocannabinol. It is the substance responsible for most of the intoxicating and mind-altering effects, or the "high," associated with marijuana use.

Usage Examples
  • Noun:
    • The potency of marijuana is often measured by its THC content.
    • THC interacts with receptors in the brain to produce its effects.
    • Some medical treatments use synthetic forms of THC.
Advanced Usage
  • "THC concentration/level": Refers to the amount or strength of THC in a cannabis product.
    • Newer strains of cannabis tend to have a higher THC concentration.
  • "THC metabolite": A substance produced when the body breaks down THC, which can be detected in drug tests.
    • The test looks for THC metabolites in the urine.
Variants and Related Words
  • Tetrahydrocannabinol (n): The full, scientific name for THC.
  • Cannabinoid (n): A broader class of chemical compounds found in cannabis, which includes THC, CBD, and others.
  • Delta-9-THC (n): The most common and well-known form of THC.
Synonyms
  • Psychoactive compound/ingredient (of cannabis/marijuana): A descriptive phrase for THC's role.
  • Intoxicant (in the context of cannabis): A substance that causes intoxication.
Related Phrases
  • "THC oil": A concentrated extract containing high levels of THC.
    • The police confiscated several vials of THC oil.
  • "THC edible": A food product infused with THC.
    • Consuming a THC edible can have a stronger and longer-lasting effect than smoking.
Noun
  1. psychoactive substance present in marijuana

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