winter
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In Canadian English, this word typically means:
(noun) the coldest season of the year, which comes after fall and before spring
(verb) to prepare your outdoor plants for the coldest season of the year
(verb) to spend the winter season at a particular place*
*NOTE
The third definition of “winter” has a connotation related to wealth. This means that it is often used by and for rich people.
EXAMPLES
(noun) “Winter in Canada can be very cold. During this season, you can see temperatures from -50 C to +10 C.”
(verb; definition 2) “When the temperature outside starts to become 0 C or colder, many Canadians will winter some of the plants in their yards by covering them with burlap.”
(verb; definition 3) “It is common for some Canadians to winter in Florida every year.”
Do you have winter in your country? Do you like winter? Where do you winter? Practice your English by letting me know in the comments below.
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