Hashish: meaning, definitions and examples
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hashish
[ hรฆหสiส ]
drug substance
Hashish, often referred to as hash, is a potent form of cannabis. It is made by compressing and processing the flowering parts of the cannabis plant. Hash contains a higher concentration of THC, the psychoactive compound in marijuana, compared to regular cannabis. The use of hashish can lead to various effects, including euphoria, relaxation, and altered sensory perception. It is commonly consumed through smoking or vaporization.
Synonyms
cannabis resin, hash, marijuana concentrate
Examples of usage
- He rolled a joint with hashish and tobacco.
- Hashish can be found in many head shops.
- The artist was inspired by his experiences with hashish.
- In some cultures, hashish is used for spiritual ceremonies.
Translations
Translations of the word "hashish" in other languages:
๐ต๐น hashish
๐ฎ๐ณ เคนเคถเฅเคถ
๐ฉ๐ช Haschisch
๐ฎ๐ฉ ganja
๐บ๐ฆ ะณะฐัะธั
๐ต๐ฑ haszysz
๐ฏ๐ต ใใทใท
๐ซ๐ท hashish
๐ช๐ธ hachรญs
๐น๐ท esrar
๐ฐ๐ท ํด์์
๐ธ๐ฆ ุงูุญุดูุด
๐จ๐ฟ haลกiลก
๐ธ๐ฐ haลกiลก
๐จ๐ณ ๅๅธไป
๐ธ๐ฎ haลกiลก
๐ฎ๐ธ hasรญs
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะณะฐัะธั
๐ฌ๐ช แฐแแจแแจแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ haลiล
๐ฒ๐ฝ hachรญs
Word origin
The term 'hashish' originates from the Arabic word 'hashฤซsh', which generally means 'herbage' or 'grass'. The usage of hashish dates back to the 12th century in the Middle East, where it was consumed for recreational and medicinal purposes. It is believed that hashish was popularized during the Islamic Golden Age, where it was used by poets and scholars. Over centuries, the production methods evolved, leading to various forms and strengths of hash. The West became aware of hashish in the 19th century, particularly through accounts from travelers and colonists who encountered it in the Middle East and North Africa. Today, hashish is known globally as a significant cannabis product, with a diverse cultural and social history.
Word Frequency Rank
At rank #27,422, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.
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- 27419 mushy
- 27420 purposeless
- 27421 augur
- 27422 hashish
- 27423 substantiating
- 27424 lovelier
- 27425 harbouring
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