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Definition of pothead

pothead

/ˈpɑːt.hed/
pot · head
Plural:potheads
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• noun

1

A person who smokes or uses marijuana frequently or habitually (informal, often derogatory).

Example

"The comedy film follows a pair of carefree potheads who accidentally stumble into a corporate conspiracy."

2

An insulated fitting or terminal assembly filled with sealing compound, used to connect an underground electrical cable to an overhead transmission line.

Example

"The utility crew inspected the porcelain pothead at the top of the utility pole to ensure moisture had not penetrated the underground cable."

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Word Nuance & Usage

In everyday use, 'pothead' is an informal, often mildly derogatory slang term for a habitual cannabis user, though in electrical engineering it is a standard technical term for a high-voltage cable termination fitting.

• Rhymes for pothead

• Nearby Words

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Pothead. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/pothead
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