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any of numerous bright translucent organic pigments
a purplish red pigment prepared from lac or cochineal
(Chicago, Upper Midwest) Lake Michigan, especially in reference to its shoreline along Chicago
What does "the Lake" mean in Chicago and Upper Midwest slang?
It is used in Chicago, eastern Wisconsin, western Michigan, and other parts of the Upper Midwest to refer specifically to Lake Michigan, especially in reference to its shoreline along Chicago. People typically say "Let's go to the Lake this weekend" or "The Lake is beautiful in the summer." The term originated in mid 20th century Chicago and regional speech, as Lake Michigan dominates the geography and culture of the area, and remains a common local shorthand.
