Cracker State

noun

, Sometimes Disparaging and Offensive.

1. Georgia (used as a nickname).

Sensitive Note

This nickname is used by inhabitants of Georgia as a positive term of self-reference. But when outsiders use the term, it is usually with disparaging intent and perceived as insulting by people living in Georgia. cracker.

Word History and Origins

Origin of Cracker State¹

An Americanism dating back to 1870–75

Example Sentences

Additionally, his campaign cut ties with a volunteer during the final weeks of the race, after the volunteer was caught on video calling Florida a “cracker” state and saying the campaign was taking advantage of “white guilt.”

From Fox News

Additionally, his campaign cut ties with a campaign volunteer in the final weeks who was caught on video calling Florida a “cracker” state and saying the campaign was taking advantage of “white guilt.”

From Fox News

The Gillum campaign, in the final week, cut ties with a campaign volunteer caught on video calling Florida a “cracker” state and saying the campaign was taking advantage of “white guilt.”

From Seattle Times

The Gillum campaign, in the final week, cut ties with a campaign volunteer caught on video calling Florida a “cracker” state and saying the campaign was taking advantage of “white guilt.”

From Washington Times

The Gillum campaign, meanwhile, cut ties with a Democratic Party vendor and a campaign volunteer caught on video calling Florida a “cracker” state and saying the campaign was taking advantage of “white guilt.”

From Seattle Times