Virginian

[ver-jin-yuhn]

adjective

1. of or relating to the state of Virginia.

noun

1. a native or inhabitant of Virginia.

Other Word Forms

• non-Virginian adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of Virginian¹

First recorded in 1625–35; Virgini(a) + -an

Example Sentences

Slowly, one realizes that she’s actually impeccable in this role, the perfect fit to play a homophobic, imperious Virginian mother.

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The race focused on everyday costs at a time when federal job cuts and the government shutdown have stoked unease among Virginians, many of whom depend on the government for their livelihoods.

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Democrats in Washington helped by shutting down the government that employs so many Virginians.

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While putting herself through college, she discovered that a Virginian could legally sell up to six cars a year without a business license.

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She played drums in several local bands after moving to Vancouver, British Columbia, in the mid-’90s, and her debut album, 1997’s “The Virginian,” was half covers.

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