Michigander
Americannoun
noun
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
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The Michigander spent years as a top aide to progressive ex-Rep.
From Salon • Jun. 2, 2026
In statement that did not reference the campaign against him, Mr Biden thanked "every Michigander who made their voice heard today".
From BBC • Feb. 27, 2024
For several weeks, the owlet would return to Gillard’s home to feed from the roof, where the young Michigander had left food.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 23, 2023
It comes just after criticism was leveled at another west Michigander, U.S.
From Seattle Times • Aug. 25, 2021
The great Michigander growled like an angry bear, and old Judge Butler became terribly excited, his long hair standing out in every direction, like that of a doll charged with electric fluid.
From Perley's Reminiscences, v. 1-2 of Sixty Years in the National Metropolis by Poore, Benjamin Perley
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