Snow-how

//ˈsnoʊ.haʊ// noun, slang

noun, slang ·Uncommon ·College level

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    The knowledge and skill utilized during snow and inclement weather. informal, uncountable

    "SNOW-HOW means top engineering and design for durability and strength without excess weight—reinforcements and flexibility in the hitch—ease of adjustment — reliability of the hydraulic system — control of moldboard curve — all factors that make a plow and its attachments one single unit designed to do the job efficiently."

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"SNOW-HOW means top engineering and design for durability and strength without excess weight—reinforcements and flexibility in the hitch—ease of adjustment — reliability of the hydraulic system — control of moldboard curve — all factors that make a plow and its attachments one single unit designed to do the job efficiently."

Etymology

Blend of snow + know-how.

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