cannabinoid
Cannabis-derived chemical
A cannabinoid is a chemical compound that acts on cannabinoid receptors in the body.
The term covers compounds found naturally in cannabis plants (like THC and CBD), those produced by the human body (endocannabinoids), and synthetic versions created in laboratories.
The drug test screens for multiple cannabinoids.
Discussion of cannabinoids spans medicine, drug policy, and neuroscience.
Psychoactive cannabis compound
- CBDCannabis compound without high
- moleculeBonded atomic group
- compoundCombined into one
- terpenoidIsoprene-derived organic compound
flavonoid · biosynthesis · decarboxylation · isomer · analogue · synthesis · extraction · crystalline
Psychoactive cannabis compound
- euphoriaIntense emotional high
- highGreat in altitude
- intoxicationSubstance-induced mental impairment
- impairmentDiminished function or capacity
mind-altering · cerebral · psychoactivity · munchies · paranoia · red-eyes · cottonmouth · sedation
Psychoactive hemp plant
- hempIndustrial fiber crop
- sativaEnergizing cannabis variety
- indicaSedating cannabis subspecies
- flowerPlant's reproductive organ
bud · trichomes · terpenes · strains · cultivar · resin · hashish · kief
Shared by multiple parties
- bluntDull or tactlessly direct
- bongWater-filtered smoking apparatus
- vaporizerMist-producing apparatus
- ediblesItems safe to consume
dab · dispensary · coffeeshop · 420 · legalization · decriminalization · recreational · Rastafarian
Self-made cannabinoid molecule
- neurotransmitterSynaptic chemical messenger
- bindingLegally or morally required
- agonistReceptor-binding trigger molecule
- antagonistOne who opposes another
modulation · signal · homeostasis · affinity · activation · downregulation · tolerance · neuroplasticity
Pain-relieving medication
- anti-inflammatoryInflammation-reducing agent
- antiemeticPrevents nausea and vomiting
- neuroprotectiveGuarding neurons from harm
- anxiolyticSubstance lessening nervous tension
antispasmodic · epilepsy · glaucoma · chemotherapy · palliative · fibromyalgia · arthritis · PTSD
Industrial fiber crop
- fiberPlant-based digestive aid
- textilesWoven or knit materials
- ropeThick twisted fibers
- canvasHeavy woven cloth
seeds · cultivation · biomass · biofuel · sustainable · farming · papermaking · bioplastic
THC
Psychoactive cannabis compound
terpenoid · flavonoid · biosynthesis · decarboxylation · isomer · analogue · synthesis · extraction · crystalline · lipophilic
THC
Psychoactive cannabis compound
- euphoriaIntense emotional high
- highGreat in altitude
- intoxicationSubstance-induced mental impairment
impairment · mind-altering · cerebral · psychoactivity · munchies · paranoia · red-eyes · cottonmouth · sedation · disorientation
marijuana
Psychoactive hemp plant
flower · bud · trichomes · terpenes · strains · cultivar · resin · hashish · kief · concentrates
joint
Shared by multiple parties
edibles · dab · dispensary · coffeeshop · 420 · legalization · decriminalization · recreational · Rastafarian · ganja
endocannabinoid
Self-made cannabinoid molecule
- neurotransmitterSynaptic chemical messenger
- bindingLegally or morally required
- agonistReceptor-binding trigger molecule
antagonist · modulation · signal · homeostasis · affinity · activation · downregulation · tolerance · neuroplasticity
analgesic
Pain-relieving medication
- anti-inflammatoryInflammation-reducing agent
- antiemeticPrevents nausea and vomiting
- neuroprotectiveGuarding neurons from harm
anxiolytic · antispasmodic · epilepsy · glaucoma · chemotherapy · palliative · fibromyalgia · arthritis · PTSD
hemp
Industrial fiber crop
canvas · seeds · cultivation · biomass · biofuel · sustainable · farming · papermaking · bioplastic · construction
- Substancesmatter, elements, compounds, molecules, atoms
- cannabisweed, sativa, indica, dispensaries, hybrid
- phytochemicalsflavonoids, polyphenols, alkaloids, alkaloid, phenolics
- Medicinespill, tablet, aspirin, tablets, penicillin
- BiomoleculesDNA, protein, RNA, enzyme, mRNA
- Neurochemicalsacetylcholine, dopamine, serotonin, norepinephrine, epinephrine
cannabinoidstimulant
Alertness-boosting drug
amphetamine · opioid · antipsychotic · cocaine · caffeine