Iowan

[ ahy-uh-wuhn ]

adjective

1. of or relating to Iowa.

noun

1. a native or inhabitant of Iowa.

Iowan

/ ˈaɪəʊən /

noun

1. a native or inhabitant of Iowa

adjective

1. of or relating to Iowa or its inhabitants

Word History and Origins

Origin of Iowan¹

First recorded in 1840–50; Iow(a) + -an

Example Sentences

“We've already seen sort of the ripple effect happen with Iowans, and I think we'll definitely see a larger increase now since Monday.”

From Salon

But a lower court temporarily blocked the ban from going into effect after providers argued in a lawsuit that it goes against Iowans' constitutional rights.

From BBC

“So this is one way that I can support my Iowans and push back on the Biden administration.”

From New York Times

“Iowans are strong and resilient, and we will get through this together.”

From Seattle Times

John Gilbert, who farms in Iowa Falls, Iowa, with limited use of Roundup, called Republicans hypocritical for attempting to protect corporate interests after campaigning on standing up for Iowans.

From Seattle Times