February fill dyke, be it black or be it white
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
The month of February often brings rain or snow.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
Regarding the season, there is an old proverb worthy noticing: February fill dike, be it black or be it white.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “February fill dyke, be it black or be it white” mean?
The month of February often brings rain or snow.
Is “February fill dyke, be it black or be it white” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.