Michigander

[ mish-i-gan-der ]

noun

1. a native or inhabitant of Michigan.

Michigander

/ ˌmɪʃɪˈɡændə /

noun

1. a native or inhabitant of Michigan

Word History and Origins

Origin of Michigander¹

1825–35, Americanism; blend of Michigan and gander, name first applied to Lewis Cass, governor of the Michigan Territory (1813–31)

Example Sentences

It will save lives, protect families, and help ensure that every Michigander is treated with dignity and respect by law.

From Washington Blade

After a prolonged period of sustained success, a Michigander could be excused for imagining the present situation to be historically grim.

From FiveThirtyEight

Never has a Michigander been more happy to share a big, great lake with you!

From The Daily Beast

The Michigander pulled through, against all odds, to capture the Miss USA 2010 crown.

From The Daily Beast

Her great heart went out to 138 all the men, black or white, the Virginia blacksmith and the rough Michigander.

From Project Gutenberg

Only the long-legged Michigander kept his hold, and he looked like a pair of extended scissors.

From Project Gutenberg