Southerner

noun

South·​ern·​er ˈsə-t͟hər-nər 

ˈsə-t͟hə-nər

: a native or inhabitant of the South

especially : a native or resident of the southern part of the U.S.

Examples of Southerner in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

When the summer heat hits, we Southerners remember to appreciate our iconic spread of green trees that provide a shady rest on a humid afternoon. —Jessica Farthing, Southern Living, 2 Jan. 2025

Literature Don't let the redneck stereotype fool you, Southerners write good. —Karri Peifer, Axios, 22 Nov. 2024

While many of those films have morals at the core of their stories, like any true Southerner, the most important lessons Perry has learned in his life came from his mother. —Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 17 Dec. 2024

Serving Pieces Although kitchen serving pieces are sometimes more about function, Southerners love seizing the opportunity to blend beauty with functionality. —Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 4 Dec. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1817, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

Southerner

noun

South·​ern·​er ˈsət͟h-ə(r)-nər 

: a person born or living in the South (as of the U.S.)