Bostonian
/bɒsˈtəʊnɪən
/adjective
Relating to or characteristic of the city of Boston, the capital of the US state of Massachusetts, or its inhabitants: she had a tinge of a Bostonian accent...
- Bostonian blue bloods were among the first to imitate, popularise and avidly collect the Impressionists.
- This enthusiasm for Impressionism, particularly for Monet, became characteristically Bostonian.
- Armed with wireless guitars the Bostonian trio makes regular excursions from the stage.
noun
A native or inhabitant of the city of Boston, capital of the US state of Massachusetts: a Bostonian arrived last week to give out presents and to entertain local youngsters...
- The town was named for the affluent Bostonian John Hancock (1737 - 1793) who was the first signer of the Declaration of Independence.
- In an interview last week, this elegant Bostonian told us his great love is working for post-conflict situations.
- He is married to a Bostonian.
