Michigander

noun

Mich·​i·​gan·​der ¦mishə¦gandə(r) 

-gaan-

plural -s

: a native or resident of Michigan

Word History

Etymology

from Michigander (derogatory nickname of Lewis Cass †1866 American lawyer and political figure), blend of Michigan and English gander

First Known Use

1838, in the meaning defined above

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