cultus coolee

[kuhl-tuh s koo-lee] /ˈkʌl təs ˈku li/

noun, Chiefly Western Canada.

a purposeless or recreational stroll or ride.

Origin of cultus coolee

1890-1895

From Chinook Jargon, dating back to 1890-95; See origin at cultus², coulee

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"I'm taking a 'cultus coolee,'" replied he, using the Indian phrase in use among the miners for a walk which has no object.

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