Hesh

Hesh comes from 1980's skateboard and crossover heavy metal vernacular, derived from 'hessian' to denote Germanic warriors and soldiers. Fashionwise, 'hesh' people took cues from the 2nd wave British heavy metal, LA hardcore, and Mexican 'cholo'/lowrider ,and '80's skaterat subcultures. 'Hesh', when used as an adjective, means cool, couraeous, reckless, and describes the nihilisic, hedonistic lifestyles of these modern bon vivants. Heavy marijuana use is a central part of hesh culture.

"Josh is hesh, he's down for whatever."

"That hesh skaterat just asked me for some spare change, it was intimidating."

"Hesh sesh (session) in the park on Saturday, smoke a bowl, hit the ramps,then we'll get tacos and skate to the beach and have a bonfire"

by DD Hesh March 2, 2010

hesh

in the skating world; hesh is the style that says you don't give a fuck. Except, now that's it's been labled, no one is really hesh. You dig? The dudes with the tighter pants, smaller shirts, mesh back hats, and high top shoes...are generally hesh...but shit, if you say you're hesh, then you're not really hesh! You're not supposed to care, dumbass.

"that dude is hesh"
"those are some hesh tricks"

by Anonymous October 1, 2003

Hesh

Hesh is a term that originated in skateboarding culture to describe a style that is characterized by a raw, aggressive, and unrefined approach to skating. Hesh skaters often embrace a DIY mentality and prioritize the act of skating itself over flashy tricks or competition. They may also favor skating spots that are not traditionally designed for skating, such as abandoned buildings or empty swimming pools. The term hesh is also sometimes used more broadly to describe a certain attitude or aesthetic that values authenticity and a counter-cultural mindset.

“I slept at the skatepark last night l”
“That’s hesh”

by ZariaTheExile February 22, 2023

hesh

a term derived from skateboarding culture. usually used to describe someone unkempt and sometimes dirty in appearance. will have facial hair more times than not along with tighter jeans.

"Holy shit! Did you see that dude's beard? That is one heshy mother fucker!"

"That dude has never washed his clothes and has maybe showered once or twice in his entire life. He is hesh as a bitch."

by SPF April 15, 2006

Hesh

A discription of a certain type of style in the world of skateboarding. The common "hesher" will go for any trick you tell them to without thinking about it twice, and refuse to bail (even if landing primo is 100% guaranteed). "Heshers" commonly use the term "fuck yeah" and wear the tightest pants and clothes possible

"Dude, did you just see Steve try switch heel down that 11? He caught it 3 decks over the stair primo, and still tried to stick it. Hes so hesh!"
"Marocco is so hesh. Right when we got out of the car he went straight fot the kickflip back smith!"

by Figgles Newtswart April 28, 2006

hesh

In the 1980's--yes, old school. It was a derogatory term used to describe cigarette and/or marijuana smoking, long-haired, heavy metal music fans (usually male).

"Don't wear that Iron Maiden concert t-shirt unless you want to look like a heshen."

by Witchie Poo June 11, 2006

Hesh

A term to describe someone who couldn't care less for anything or anyone.

A person who doesn't care for anything.

If you say you are hesh, you aren't

Todd Labuda and Ean Henry are hesh, but they don't care.

by Todd Labuda January 23, 2005