Approved
Indicates what is acceptable to the Assistant Secretary of Labor or other reputable institutions and authorities, and therefore approved within the meaning of the particular…
Tooltip Categories: Industry Terminology
This category is an essential resource for mastering the specialized terminology that defines the cannabis industry. It provides an extensive glossary of terms, acronyms, and jargon that are commonly used across various facets of the industry—from cultivation and processing to distribution, retail, and regulatory environments. This guide is meticulously designed to support both newcomers and seasoned professionals in navigating the complex language of the cannabis sector more effectively.
Understanding these terms is crucial for effective communication and operation within the industry. Whether you are engaging in business negotiations, complying with legal standards, or simply seeking to gain a deeper understanding of cannabis products and their uses, this resource ensures you have the knowledge at your fingertips. The guide includes clear definitions and contextual explanations to help readers not only learn the terminology but also understand its practical applications within the industry.
This category is continuously updated to keep pace with the evolving landscape of cannabis legislation and innovation, making it a reliable and indispensable tool for anyone looking to stay informed and proficient in the language of cannabis. Bookmark and refer to this guide regularly to build and refine your industry-specific vocabulary, ensuring you remain at the forefront of this dynamic field.
Alkaline
In the cannabis industry, Alkaline refers to the soil, or any substance, with a pH over 7. The need to maintain the right pH for…
Annual
This refers to a plant that normally completes its entire life cycle in one year or less. Cannabis is a highly adaptive annual plant that…
Absorb
To draw or take in; such as when the roots of a plant absorb water and nutrients.
Auxin
Classification of plant hormones or plant-growth regulators with some morphogen-like characteristics. Auxins generally promote cell elongation and inhibit lateral branching. Moreover, they also serve an…
Audit
A routine inspection performed by either internal employees or an external third-party auditor. The goal of an audit is to determine if the cannabis company…
Damp Location
Partially protected locations under canopies, marquees, roofed open porches, and like locations, and interior locations subject to moderate degrees of moisture, such as some basements,…
Wet Location
Installations underground or in concrete slabs or masonry in direct contact with the earth and locations subject to saturation with water or other liquids.
Dry Location
A location is not normally subject to dampness or wetness. A location classified as dry may be temporarily subject to dampness or wetness as in…
Arachidonyl Glyceryl Ether (Noladin Ether)
2-Arachidonyl glyceryl ether (Noladin ether) is a putative ether-type endocannabinoid discovered by the group of Lumír Hanuš at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. It is…
“As Found”
The condition or status of equipment, instrumentation, or systems prior to either calibration, adjustment, or maintenance activities. The term As found is only used to…
