Hoosier

[ hoo-zher ]

noun

1. a native or inhabitant of Indiana (used as a nickname).
2. (usually lowercase) any awkward, unsophisticated person, especially a rustic.

Hoosier

/ ˈhuːʒɪə /

noun

1. a native or inhabitant of Indiana

Other Words From

• Hoosier·dom noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of Hoosier¹

An Americanism dating back to 1920–30; of uncertain origin

Word History and Origins

Origin of Hoosier¹

C19: origin unknown

Example Sentences

The Hoosiers held a 35-13 lead and most of those wearing blue and gold from the crowd of 47,811 headed for home.

From Los Angeles Times

“We have a very thin group of guys who are still around,” said Harry Gonso, the Hoosiers’ quarterback that day 56 years ago, “if you understand what I mean.”

From Los Angeles Times

The need he fits: He’s a shot-blocking big who showed he can step out and make shots last season with the Hoosiers.

From Los Angeles Times

The state attorney general asked the Indiana Supreme Court last week to take up the case after an appeals court sided with four residents and the group Hoosier Jews for Choice in April.

From Seattle Times

Once seen as a probable Hoosier State governor, former Attorney General Curtis Hill has struggled to compete.

From Seattle Times