Washingtonian
Americanadjective
noun
adjective
noun
Etymology
Origin of Washingtonian
An Americanism dating back to 1780–90; Washington + -ian
Example Sentences
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After its Washingtonian adventure, Miller’s artillery battery was sent to Louisiana, where Miller fought in the Battle of New Orleans.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026
Worst of all, not that it’s a contest, but the Washington Post will now be a lot less Washingtonian.
From Slate • Feb. 5, 2026
I'd just seen articles from, you know, the Washington Post, or the Washingtonian or whatever that describe the dating culture in DC as really terrible.
From Salon • Nov. 1, 2024
Grace, who lives in Tacoma, is a Washingtonian who was born and raised in Snohomish County.
From Seattle Times • Apr. 16, 2024
The following letter, received by us, from Otis Clapp, who has been for sixteen years president of the "Washingtonian Home," will give the reader a still clearer impression of the workings of that institution.
From Grappling with the Monster The Curse and the Cure of Strong Drink by Arthur, T. S. (Timothy Shay)
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