Fogarea
n.— «There’s a spot on I-91 near New Haven that’s referred to as “Fogarea” because there’s a big sign on the interstate that says “Fog Area.”» —“Two Big Games Night: ‘Fish vs. Pride!” in Conn. OurSports Central June 28, 2005. (source: Double-Tongued Dictionary)
Further reading
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