Philadelphian

noun

Phil·a·del·phian ˌfi-lə-ˈdel-fyən

-fē-ən

plural Philadelphians

: a native or resident of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Philadelphian adjective

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1774, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of Philadelphian was in 1774

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“Philadelphian.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Philadelphian. Accessed 10 Mar. 2026.

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Last Updated: 24 Feb 2026 - Entry added

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