green out

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Meaning · English

To feel unwell or get sick as a result of using an excessive amount of cannabis.

Register: slang

Where it’s used: Used American English

Examples

"I knew maybe four people who had 'greened out' in the cafeteria," said a recent graduate.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “green out” mean?

To feel unwell or get sick as a result of using an excessive amount of cannabis.

Is “green out” formal or informal?

green out is generally slang.