rafter snapper

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Etymology[edit]

Originates from the state of Maine, in which the planks and woodbeams of a residential dwelling make "snapping" sounds during very cold nights.

Noun[edit]

rafter snapper

  1. (US, Maine, rare) A very cold night.

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