thc
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.
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psychoactive substance present in marijuana
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