Michigander

American  

[mish-i-gan-der] / ˌmɪʃ ɪˈgæn dər /

noun

1. a native or inhabitant of Michigan.

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Michigander British  

/ ˌmɪʃɪˈɡændə /

noun

1. a native or inhabitant of Michigan

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Etymology

Origin of Michigander

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

Example Sentences

"My heart is with the families who lost loved ones and the Michiganders who were injured yesterday."

From BBC

"I want to thank all the first responders on the ground who reacted quickly to keep Michiganders safe," she wrote in a post on X.

From Barron's

“As a Michigander,” Hoekstra said, “you know, a border state, we recognize the close relationship that we have to bring safety, security and prosperity to both of our nations.”

From Salon

I've been in an ongoing conversation with Michiganders since I jumped into public service, and they're very clear about the pain points in their lives.

From Salon

Small Business Administration offices — would have enabled Michiganders to check, update, and join the voter rolls more easily.

From Salon