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Definition: In short, the term Joey is a derogatory term used by skiers and snowboarders to describe an inexperienced, often awkward or clueless person on the mountain. The origins of the term are shrouded in mystery.

Although not the official definition (and certainly not anything endorsed by this writer), Urban Dictionary.com's definition is as detailed as they get and gives one a good idea of what the term means. (WARNING: The above link may contain content offensive to Italian-Americans; residents of New York, New Jersey, Massachusetts, and Denver; BMW, Cadillac, and Ford owners; anyone affiliated with either Hunter Mountain or Killington; connoisseurs of Budweiser and/or Vodka; hippies, hipster/intellectuals, or homosexuals.)

Pronunciation: [joh-eee]
Also Known As: SPORE, Touron, FAWAC
Examples:
"I was having a great day snowboarding, until some half-drunk Joey cut me off and made me fall."

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