Illinois

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Definition
  1. Proper noun:
    • A Native American people: A member of the historical Algonquian-speaking people originally inhabiting the region that became the U.S. state of Illinois and areas to the west.
    • An Algonquian language: The historical language spoken by the Illinois and Miami peoples.
    • A U.S. state: A state in the midwestern United States, located in the north-central part of the country.
Usage Examples
  • Proper noun (People):
    • The Illinois were a confederation of several tribes.
  • Proper noun (Language):
    • Few records of the Illinois language survive today.
  • Proper noun (State):
    • Chicago is the largest city in Illinois.
    • He moved to Illinois for a new job.
Advanced Usage
  • "Land of Lincoln": A common official nickname for the state of Illinois, referencing President Abraham Lincoln.
    • Illinois, the Land of Lincoln, has many historical sites related to the 16th president.
Variants and Related Words
  • Illinoisan (noun): A native or resident of the state of Illinois.
    • She is a proud Illinoisan from Springfield.
Synonyms
  • Prairie State (noun): Another nickname for the state of Illinois, referring to its vast grasslands.
    • The Prairie State is known for its agriculture.
Noun
  1. the Algonquian language of the Illinois and Miami
  2. a member of the Algonquian people formerly of Illinois and regions to the west
  3. a midwestern state in north-central United States