/ˈtʃoʊki/ or /ˈtʃoʊki/ (Received Pronunciation) or /tʃoʊki/ (General American)

Definitions

1. adjective

extremely hot and humid; having a high level of atmospheric moisture

“The weather forecast warned of a chokey day ahead, with temperatures soaring to 40 degrees Celsius.”

2. noun

a small enclosed area or compartment, especially in a prison or a ship

“The prisoner was locked in the chokey, with no access to the outside world.”

3. noun

a place where people go to eat, especially a small, usually informal, restaurant or café

“The chokey served the best burgers in town, and it was always bustling with customers.”

4. noun

a type of Australian fish trap or enclosure

“The fisherman set up a chokey to catch the large Murray cod.”