Eighth (3.5g)

“Eighth” is a term used in cannabis terminology to describe a specific quantity of cannabis, equal to 3.5 grams. The name comes from the fraction one-eighth of an ounce (ounce (oz)).

Eighth in cannabis contexts

In cannabis terminology, an “eighth” is one of the most commonly referenced quantities when discussing or describing amounts of weed. It is widely used in both informal conversation and general product descriptions.

“Eighth” is part of a broader system of measurement terms, including quarter, Half, and zip, which are all based on fractions or multiples of an ounce. These expressions are used to standardize how quantities are communicated within cannabis terminology.

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