A beat-up vehicle driven in winter so as not to damage another vehicle that is in better condition and/or costs more. Originates from the snowbelt, particularly Syracuse, New York.
When the Weather Channel predicted snow, John parked his new BMW in his garage and took his 1985 winter rat to the game instead.
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A form of of winter hibernating in cold cities like new york when it is freezing or below freezing where besides for showering , eating, sleeping and going to and from work you dont do anything for a few months.
esample" we have not seen Sheila in a few months. She is winternating at her crib till it gets warm again"
esample" we have not seen Sheila in a few months. She is winternating at her crib till it gets warm again"
Sheila has been in this form of winternating because no one has seen her since it is below freezing outside and she told me via text she will not be at the bar till its no freezing anymore.
by shim1 April 24, 2016
Get the winternating mug.Defined as getting fat or gaining weight during winter. Weight lifters / bodybuilders often 'bulk' during winter. Some people move less and eat more in general during winter, so they get 'an extra layer' with fat.
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