Alabamian

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English

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Etymology

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From Alabama +‎ -ian.

Pronunciation

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  • IPA(key): /ˌæləˈbæmi.ən/
  • Audio (US):(file)

Adjective

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Alabamian (comparative more Alabamian, superlative most Alabamian)

  1. Pertaining to the American state Alabama, or its natives and residents.

Usage notes

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  • Alabamian newspapers use Alabamian rather than Alabaman, and the former is more common in general English as well.

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Noun

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Alabamian (plural Alabamians)

  1. A native or resident of the state of Alabama in the United States of America.
    • 2020, Yaa Gyasi, Transcendent Kingdom, Viking (2021), page 24:
      Sunday was the day of the week most Alabamians wanted off for the two holy acts—going to church and watching football.

Usage notes

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  • Alabamian newspapers use Alabamian rather than Alabaman, and the former is more common in general English as well.

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