Headshop

Pronunciation: /hɛdʃɑp/

Definitions of headshop

noun a store that sells drug paraphernalia, such as pipes and bongs, typically used for smoking marijuana or other drugs

Example Sentences

A1 I went to the headshop to buy a new pipe for smoking.

A2 At the headshop, you can find all sorts of accessories for smoking.

B1 The headshop down the street sells a variety of herbal blends and rolling papers.

B2 I prefer to shop at the headshop in the city center as they have a wider selection of products.

C1 The headshop I frequent is known for its knowledgeable staff and high-quality products.

C2 Visiting a headshop while traveling abroad can provide insight into different smoking cultures.

Examples of headshop in a Sentence

formal I visited a headshop to purchase some smoking accessories.

informal Let's stop by the headshop to pick up a new bong.

slang I scored some sick gear at the headshop.

figurative The headshop is like a treasure trove for smokers.

Grammatical Forms of headshop

• plural: headshops
• comparative: more headshop
• superlative: most headshop
• present tense: headshop
• future tense: will headshop
• perfect tense: have headshopped
• continuous tense: is headshopping
• singular: headshop
• positive degree: headshop
• infinitive: to headshop
• gerund: headshopping
• participle: headshopped

Origin and Evolution of headshop

First Known Use: 1960 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The term 'headshop' originated in the 1960s in the United States during the counterculture movement.

Evolution of the word: Initially used to refer to stores that sold drug paraphernalia and counterculture items, the term 'headshop' has evolved to encompass stores that sell a variety of items related to cannabis culture and alternative lifestyles.