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General Slang
herb
URB · noun · slang
Marijuana (esp. in Rasta usage)
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Marijuana, referred to reverently as 'the herb' in Rastafarian speech.
“Di herb help mi meditate.”
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herb In A Sentence
Di herb help mi meditate.
Origin & Usage
Rastafarian usage of English 'herb'.
People Also Ask
What does herb mean in Rasta culture?
It refers to marijuana, spoken of reverently as 'the herb' in Rastafarian speech.
Why do Rastas call marijuana herb?
Rastafarians view cannabis as a natural, God-given plant and a sacrament, so calling it 'the herb' reflects that reverence.
Is herb the same as ganja?
Yes, both refer to marijuana; 'herb' carries a more reverent, spiritual tone while 'ganja' is the more general term.
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