cheechakos

/tʃiˈtʃɑkoʊz/
noun
  1. Plural form of cheechako; newcomers or inexperienced people, especially in Alaska or northwestern Canada.
    • The cheechakos were amazed by the northern lights on their first night.
    • Locals often give cheechakos tips on how to dress for the extreme cold.
    • The camp was full of cheechakos eager to learn about gold prospecting.
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