A vape is a marijuana smoking device that creates enough heat to turn the active compounds in cannabis flower or concentrate into a vapor. This may be done with a cannabis vape pen, or other tools to vaporize flower. Vaping is a preferable alternative to smoking because it does not release tar odors that can be associated with burning cannabis. There are still studies being conducted on whether vaporizing cannabis is a healthier alternative to smoking. For the time being, there are risks associated with vaping depending on the type of cartridge, device, and ingredients used.
An electronic cigarette (e-cigarette) or vape is a device that simulates tobacco smoking. It consists of an atomizer, a power source such as a battery, and a container such as a cartridge or tank. Instead of smoke, the user inhales vapor, often called "vaping".
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The atomizer is a heating element that vaporizes a liquid solution called e-liquid that cools into an aerosol of tiny droplets, vapor and air. The vapor mainly comprises propylene glycol and/or glycerin, usually with nicotine and flavoring. Its exact composition varies, and depends on matters such as user behavior. E-cigarettes are activated by taking a puff or pressing a button. Some look like traditional cigarettes, and most kinds are reusable.
Vaping is less harmful than smoking, but still has health risks. Vaping affects asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Nicotine is highly addictive. Limited evidence indicates that e-cigarettes are less addictive than smoking, with slower nicotine absorption rates.
E-cigarettes containing nicotine are more effective than nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) for smoking cessation, but have not been subject to the same rigorous testing that most nicotine replacement therapy products have.
English
Pronunciation
- (UK) IPA(key): /veɪp/
- Rhymes: -eɪp
Etymology 1
A shortening of vaporizer.
Noun
vape (plural vapes)
- Clipping of vaporizer (“device in electronic cigarettes”)
Derived terms
Etymology 2
A shortening of vaporize.
Verb
vape (third-person singular simple present vapes, present
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