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Canadian Slang
Chinook
Used when discussing weather patterns, especially in winter months.
Literal Meaning
Named after the Chinook people of the Pacific Northwest
Actual Meaning
Warm wind that melts snow quickly (Alberta)
Examples in Context

'Chinook coming in, it'll warm up.' (Translation: Warm wind arriving)

Helpful Tips
  • 1Alberta specific
  • 2Warm winter wind
  • 3Weather phenomenon
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