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Chinook Wind

Definition:

A Chinook wind refers to a warm and dry wind that blows down the eastern slopes of the Rocky Mountains in North America. It is most commonly experienced in winter and is characterized by its sudden rise in temperature.

Parts of Speech:

• Noun: Chinook wind, Chinook winds

Senses:

1. A warm and dry wind blowing down the eastern slopes of the Rocky Mountains in North America.

Usages:

• 1. The Chinook wind brought a welcome relief from the cold winter weather.
• 2. The temperature increased dramatically when the Chinook winds started blowing.

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