green rush

English

Etymology

From green +‎ rush, alluding to the historical gold rush. First use appears c. 2012.

Noun

green rush (usually uncountable, plural green rushes)

1. (US, Canada) A movement describing the burgeoning cannabis industry within the United States as well as Canada.
2. (business) The movement of capital and people into territories and markets that have legalized cannabis.

Alternative forms

• Green rush
• Green Rush