Aspenize
v.— «The development group feels Whittlesey stands as the key to a successful tourist industry if mining fails. Their aim is to “Aspenize” the town and preserve the atmosphere of a northern Wisconsin community.» —“Wisconsin Town Faces Dilemma in Ski Resort, Mining Decision” in Mellen, Wisconsin Los Angeles Times (WS11) Nov. 4, 1962. (source: Double-Tongued Dictionary)
Further reading
David from Plymouth, Wisconsin, wonders about the expression a cord of wood. The phrase goes back to the 17th century and has to do with using a cord to measure a specific quantity of stacked wood. This is part of a complete episode.
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