Michiganian

[ mish-i-gey-nee-uhn, -gan-ee- ]

adjective

1. of, relating to, or characteristic of Michigan or its inhabitants.

noun

1. a Michigander.

Word History and Origins

Origin of Michiganian¹

An Americanism dating back to 1805–15; Michigan + -ian

Example Sentences

And as any Michiganian knows, this time of year isn’t conducive to outdoor dining.

From Washington Times

There was a long-haired "hooshier" from Indiana, a couple of smart-looking "suckers" from the southern part of Illinois, a keen-eyed, leather-belted "badger" from the mines of Ouisconsin, and a sturdy, yoemanlike fellow, whose white capot, Indian moccasins and red sash proclaimed, while he boasted a three years' residence, the genuine "wolverine," or naturalized Michiganian.

From Project Gutenberg

The Scripps interests became the Scripps-McRae league in 1895, 13 years after Publisher Scripps availed himself of the services of a dynamic young Michiganian named Milton A. McRae, who re tired in another 13 years.

From Time Magazine Archive

When I was first appointed governor of Indiana Territory, these once powerful tribes were reduced to about thirty warriors, of whom twenty five were Kaskaskias, four Peorians, and a single Michiganian.

From Project Gutenberg

When I was first appointed governor of Indiana territory, these once powerful tribes were reduced to about thirty warriors, of whom twenty-five were Kaskaskias, four Peorians, and a single Michiganian.

From Project Gutenberg