Cryptocurrency Q&A Why is it called toke?

Why is it called toke?

SkylitEnchantment SkylitEnchantment Tue Nov 05 2024 | 7 answers 1472
I'm curious about the origin of the word 'toke'. I want to know why it's called that and what's the story or reason behind this specific terminology. Why is it called toke?

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CryptoPioneer CryptoPioneer Thu Nov 07 2024
The verb form of "toke" dates back to 1951.

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CryptoVanguard CryptoVanguard Thu Nov 07 2024
The term "toke" refers to the act of inhaling marijuana cigarette or pipe smoke.

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Chiara Chiara Thu Nov 07 2024
This slang originated in the United States in 1961.

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Raffaele Raffaele Thu Nov 07 2024
Prior to its use as a noun, "toke" was a verb meaning "to smoke a marijuana cigarette."

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TaegeukWarrior TaegeukWarrior Wed Nov 06 2024
The origin of the verb "toke" is uncertain but it may be derived from the Spanish word "tocar."

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