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Cannabis glossary

The language of legal cannabis, arranged for quick orientation. Definitions are intentionally plain, not promotional.

Definitions

Cannabinoid
C A chemical compound found in cannabis, such as THC or CBD.
CBD
C Cannabidiol, a cannabinoid commonly shown on legal product labels.
Dried flower
D The dried flowering material of the cannabis plant.
Edible
E A cannabis product intended to be consumed by mouth.
Licensed retailer
L A retailer authorized within Ontario’s legal cannabis system.
OCS
O Ontario Cannabis Store, the province’s online cannabis retailer.
Pre-roll
P Dried cannabis flower prepared and packaged for sale.
Terpene
T An aromatic compound found in plants, including cannabis.
THC
T Tetrahydrocannabinol, a cannabinoid associated with intoxication.
Vape
V A product format that heats cannabis material or extract for inhalation.