easterner

American

[ee-ster-ner] / ˈi stər nər /

noun

(often initial capital letter)

a native or inhabitant of an eastern area, especially of the eastern U.S.

Easterner British

/ ˈiːstənə /

noun

(sometimes not capital) a native or inhabitant of the east of any specified region, esp of the Orient or of the eastern states of the US

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Etymology

Origin of easterner

An Americanism dating back to 1830–40; eastern + -er ¹

Example Sentences

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A recent poll by the German economic institute IW said one-fifth of easterners felt left behind economically, even though financial statistics suggest their region has been closing the gap with the richer west.

From Los Angeles Times

California long enjoyed abundant water after the 1849 Gold Rush sent easterners streaming into the state.

From New York Times

Others worry they won’t be welcome in western Ukraine — a concern based on a perception that some of their countrymen resent the predominantly Russian-speaking easterners and blame them for the war.

From Seattle Times

Because she was an easterner and a scientist, he expected her to be an ambassador for the East — and for coal.

From New York Times

By midnight, triumphant easterners had climbed on top of the wall in the heart of the city, popping champagne corks and setting off fireworks in celebration.

From New York Times

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