Street
toke
What does toke mean?
To inhale a puff of cannabis smoke; also a noun for a single hit.
"He took a long toke and passed it on."
Origin
1950s American slang of uncertain origin, meaning to draw on a cigarette or joint.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'toke' mean?
To toke is to inhale a puff of cannabis smoke; as a noun, a toke is a single hit.
How do you use 'toke' in a sentence?
You can say 'he took a long toke and passed it on,' using it for the act or the individual puff.
Where does 'toke' come from?
It's 1950s American slang of uncertain origin, originally meaning to draw on a cigarette or joint.
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