**Firecracker (#0excludeGlossary Glossary Term)**
In the realm of cannabis, a #1excludeGlossary is a term used to describe a homemade edible that packs a punch. Traditionally, a firecracker is made by spreading a cannabis-infused substance, such as peanut butter, onto a cracker and baking it to activate the THC. The etymology of “firecracker” dates back to its original use as a term for small explosive devices, known for their ability to create a loud noise and bright flash. This explosive imagery has been repurposed in the cannabis community to describe the intense effects of these edibles. Over the years, the meaning of “firecracker” has shifted from its original explosive context to a culinary one, symbolizing a powerful and accessible way to consume cannabis. As the cannabis industry continues to grow and innovate, firecrackers remain a popular choice for those seeking a straightforward and effective edible experience. [Source: Cannabis Culture, Weedmaps]
A firecracker (cracker, noise maker, banger) is a small explosive device primarily designed to produce a large amount of noise, especially in the form of a loud bang, usually for celebration or entertainment; any visual effect is incidental to this goal. They have fuses, and are wrapped in a heavy paper casing to contain the explosive compound. Firecrackers, along with fireworks, originated in China.
English
Etymology
From fire + cracker.
Pronunciation
- (Received Pronunciation) IPA(key): /ˈfaɪəˌkɹækə/
- (General American) IPA(key): /ˈfaɪəɹˌkɹækəɹ/
Noun
firecracker (plural firecrackers)
- A small explosive device, typically containing a small amount of gunpowder in a tightly-wound roll of paper, primarily designed to produce a large bang.
- (slang) A peanut butter cracker baked with marijuana, similar in concept to an Alice B. Toklas brownie.
- (slang) An individual who is quick-tempered, rambunctious