Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

skin-up

verb
/skɪn ʌp/
Definition
To prepare a cigarette by rolling it with loose tobacco and paper.
Examples
  • She decided to skin-up a joint to enjoy with her friends.
  • After a long day at work, he likes to skin-up and relax.
  • It takes some practice to skin-up perfectly without any tobacco spilling out.
Meaning
The term ‘skin-up’ refers to the action of rolling a cigarette, particularly by using loose tobacco and a rolling paper. It is often associated with those who prefer to roll their own smokes rather than purchasing pre-rolled cigarettes.
Synonyms
  • roll a cigarette
  • roll one
  • prepare a smoke