New England - definition of New England by The Free Dictionary New England - definition of New England by The Free Dictionary Related to New England: New England clam chowder New England A region of the northeast United States consisting of Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Rhode Island. New Eng′land·er n. New England n 1. (Placename) the NE part of the US, consisting of the states of Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Connecticut: settled originally chiefly by Puritans in the mid-17th century 2. (Placename) a region in SE Australia, in the northern tablelands of New South Wales New` Eng′land n. an area in the NE United States, including the states of Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont. New` Eng′land•er, n. ThesaurusAntonymsRelated WordsSynonymsLegend: Noun 1.

New England - a region of northeastern United States comprising Maine and New Hampshire and Vermont and Massachusetts and Rhode Island and Connecticut anadama bread - a yeast-raised bread made of white flour and cornmeal and molasses johnny cake , johnnycake , journey cake - cornbread usually cooked pancake-style on a griddle (chiefly New England) hasty pudding - cornmeal mush served with sweetening (maple syrup or brown sugar) Rustbelt - urban areas in New England and Midwest characterized by concentrations of declining industries (steel or textiles) U.S.A. , United States , United States of America , US , USA , America , the States , U.S.

- North American republic containing 50 states - 48 conterminous states in North America plus Alaska in northwest North America and the Hawaiian Islands in the Pacific Ocean; achieved independence in 1776 Bay State , Massachusetts , Old Colony , MA - a state in New England; one of the original 13 colonies Granite State , New Hampshire , NH - a state in New England; one of the original 13 colonies Green Mountain State , Vermont , VT - a state in New England New Englander , Yankee - an American who lives in New England Translations Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us , add a link to this page, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content . Link to this page: clam chowder References in classic literature ? There was once a time when New England groaned under the actual pressure of heavier wrongs than those threatened ones which brought on the Revolution. View in context AN Assassin being put upon trial in a New England court, his Counsel rose and said: "Your Honour, I move for a discharge on the ground of 'once in jeopardy': my client has been already tried for that murder and acquitted.

View in context With these, he was bravely steering his way across the continent, undismayed by danger, difficulty, or distance, in the same way that a New England coaster and his neighbors will coolly launch forth on a voyage to the Black Sea, or a whaling cruise to the Pacific. View in context Beginning in Boston, they were continued in a Boston suburb, on the shores of Lake George, in a Western New York health resort, in Buffalo, in Nahant; once, twice, and thrice in New York, with reversions to Boston, and summer excursions to the hills and waters of New England, until it seemed that their author had at last said his say, and he voluntarily lapsed into silence with the applause of friends and enemies alike. View in context LEAVING Boston on the afternoon of Saturday the fifth of February, we proceeded by another railroad to Worcester: a pretty New England town, where we had arranged to remain under the hospitable roof of the Governor of the State, until Monday morning.

New England travel guide - Wikitravel Understand[ edit ] Typical rural New England scene There's an expression in New England: "If you don't like the weather, wait ten minutes." The expression refers to New England's location on the upper eastern side of North America's continental climate. New England's coastal location does somewhat modify continental temperature extremes. Northern New England winters can especially harsh -- if you plan to visit between December and mid-March, be prepared for freezing temperatures, wicked winds, and chills that take a couple of cups of coffee to dent. The best advice, though is to dress in layers that include an outer layer to block the wind, plus a sweater or jumper to be removed when exerting oneself. Generally, the only areas of New England that are somewhat comfortable in the winter are the southernmost areas of Connecticut and Rhode Island, which are the transition areas into the milder Middle Atlantic climate. These areas see snow and rain in winter, many more sunny days, and snow often melts quickly, especially in coastal areas. The months of April and May can be New England’s best-kept secret.

In southern Vermont you will find off-season rates in many historic inns, but as noted local Robert Frost once so eloquently put it, "Nature's first Green is Gold." The area is bursting with daffodils, tulips & lilacs and the temperatures are mild with cool nights, just perfect. New England summers can range from mild and even cool at night in the northern mountain areas, to hot and tropical down in deep southern areas. The beach season runs from June through early October in Connecticut and Rhode Island, then decreases north along the coast to Maine. Most of the upper New England coast (New Hampshire and Maine) has only a two month (mostly July and August) beach season, and ocean surf temperatures are much colder than points south of Cape Cod. Most warm weather tourist destinations have a season from mid-May to mid-October (mid April to late October in Connecticut and southern Rhode Island). Areas right along the shoreline are often cooler and more temperate than inland areas in summer. New England shines during autumn. New England foliage is world-renowned for displays that rival pyrotechnics for their intense colors, rapid appearance, and equally rapid disappearance.

Peak season ranges from early September at the farthest north points of Maine to early November for Southern Connecticut. Combine that with local festivals, hay rides, fresh-pressed apple cider, and fruit harvesting, and you have the recipe for a wonderful time. As in upstate New York and along the upper Eastern Seaboard, many New England towns grew up around textile mills or other kinds of factories. When those industries relocated and/or shut down during the 1900s, several of those towns fell into a depression, where they remain. Talk[ edit ] English is, as with the rest of the US, the de facto official language. Some areas with large Hispanic populations might have a majority speaking Spanish, but most have at least basic English skills (and these are off the tourist path). French is also spoken in Vermont and Northern Maine, near the Quebec/New Brunswick borders. There is a rich French-Canadian heritage in Biddeford, Maine, and Manchester, New Hampshire's largest city. Though the demographics are changing, it is still possible to find shops that cater to French speakers and churches that conduct Mass in French. In truth, though, not much is done to accommodate visitors who do not speak English.

In the southern portions of New England like Connecticut and around Providence, there are large Hispanic populations, and in many areas of the cities Spanish is commonly spoken. Along with Southerners, New Englanders have a reputation for a distinct flavor of English speech. This is an overly broad generalization. The accents of Senators Kennedy and Kerry are rarely heard. The typical "pahk the cah in Hahvahd Yahd" Boston accent prevails in much of eastern Massachusetts , New Hampshire, Maine, and parts of Vermont. In most of Connecticut and parts of Rhode Island, the New England accent quickly loses it's ground, and most people seem to have no accent at all. There are some distinctive vocabulary words. "Bubbler" refers to a drinking fountain. Carbonated sweet drinks called "pop" in other parts of the United States and Canada are called "tonic" or "soda" in most New England. "Wicked", an adverb interchangable with "very", is frequently used by young New Englanders in Massachusetts and New Hampshire , though the once-common phrase "wicked pissah", meaning "excellent", has faded considerably and is used primarily by either the older generation or misled tourists.

A relatively common New England traffic intersection not encountered much elsewhere in the United States would be called a "roundabout" in the United Kingdom , but is called a "rotary" in New England. When given directions on how to exit a "rotary" the driver would be instructed to "bang a right" in Boston. Large clams are called "quahaugs" in New England. In Maine an inland vacation home is called a "camp" while one on the coast is called a "cottage." Mainers also add the definite article "the" to the official names of roads, but not streets or avenues; and the tree that others might call an aspen is called a "popple" by Mainers. By car[ edit ] New England is served by several interstate highways. I-95 enters from the New York City area and links five of the six states together. I-90 and I-84 both come in from the west out of Albany and southern New York, respectively. I-91 links New Haven with Hartford, Springfield and eastern Vermont. I-89 connects Burlington, VT with Concord, NH. I-93 runs through New Hampshire, connecting St. Johnsbury, VT with Boston.

Amtrak [12] operates several routes into New England, most notably the Northeast Corridor, which connects New York City to Boston via New Haven and Providence . As well, the Vermonter goes from New York City and Washington, D.C. to Connecticut , western Massachusetts and Vermont . New York City 's Metropolitan Transit Authority's MetroNorth [13] trains run between Grand Central Station in midtown Manhattan and New Haven , stopping in many Connecticut towns en route. The Amtrack DownEaster [14] offers fares from Boston up through southern Maine. By bus[ edit ] The Chinatown Bus [15] goes from New York to Boston for about $30 round trip. Greyhound [16] also offers slightly more expensive bus service to and from other areas of the country, as does Peter Pan [17] . From Port Authority Bus Terminal in New York City buses serve western New England. Vermont Transit [18] offers service from Montréal . Boston 's South Station is a hub for bus travel to and from New York and to and from all other areas of New England. Get around[ edit ] It is possible to visit New England without an automobile.

Doing so requires the visitor to study schedules very carefully, purchase tickets in advance when possible, limit visits to one or two destinations, and keep in mind that local public transportation operates infrequently, if at all, at night, on weekends, and during the middle of the day. The visitor may also sign up for a group tour by bus or cruise ship. Bus tours and cruise ships visit all the major tourist destinations, if only to drive by with expert commentary by tour guides. Group tours do have the advantage of eliminating all worries about destinations, lodging, and meals, although they have inflexible schedules, offer virtually no opportunity to meet local people, and perhaps too much acquaintance with one's fellow passengers. By train[ edit ] Amtrak covers urban New England pretty extensively with the Northeast Corridor ( Boston - Rhode Island - Connecticut ), the Vermonter ( Connecticut to Vermont ), and the Downeaster ( Boston to Portland ). The Acela Express is a high-speed train that follows roughly the same route as the Northeast Corridor. Note that Boston has two train major stations, South Station and North Station. Trains from South Station serve areas to the south and west of the city, and North Station trains serve areas north of the city.

All Amtrak trains to and from Boston , except the train to Portland are available at South Station, but not North Station. The train to Portland is available only at North Station. There is no direct connection between the two stations. Those wishing to connect between the two stations must either take a taxi, or take two subway lines, or walk about 2 km/ 1.2 miles through busy city streets. Information and train schedules are available from Amtrak's [19] web site. Commuter rail and bus lines radiate out from New York City and Boston for a distance of about 50 km/30 miles. The MBTA [20] covers the greater Boston area with its commuter rail network, including Providence , Lowell , and Worcester . The MTA Metro North [21] provides very frequent and affordable service between New York City and New Haven ; at New Haven there are numerous connections to points north and east. Remember, though, that commuter service is infrequent outside of weekday morning and evening rush hours. By bus[ edit ] Greyhound [22] has several routes in New England. New Hampshire and Maine are served by Concord Coach Lines [23] .

The primary intercity bus service in southern New England is Peter Pan Bus [24] . Their web site allows the user to determine the schedule of all buses serving two destinations in southern New England. By ferry[ edit ] New England has many offshore islands that are attractive destinations reachable only by ferry. Typically, these islands are compact enough that the visitor does not require a car to visit them. Relatively flat coastal terrain and light traffic makes it easy to get around them by walking or bicycling. Taking a car on the ferry is expensive and usually requires reservations long in advance. In any case, many ferries are for passengers and bicycles only. By car[ edit ] Much of rural New England is under-served by bus/train, and driving is required to visit much of Vermont, New Hampshire, western Massachusetts, and Maine. See[ edit ][ add listing ] There are many historical sights in New England, including many colleges, universities, monuments and architecture. Yale University in New Haven and Harvard University and MIT in Cambridge, MA are destinations, offering a variety of interesting museums, as well as nonstop cultural activities.

Harvard University offers several museums open to the public daily including the Harvard Museum of Natural History with its famed Glass Flowers, dinosaurs, and rare minerals, and the Peabody Museum with its fascinating Maya and Native American exhibits. Throughout the region there are small college towns, such as: Kingston Rhode Island ; Storrs, Hamden, and Middletown Connecticut ; Amherst, Northampton, and Williamstown Massachusetts ; Burlington and Middlebury Vermont ; and Brunswick, Waterville, and Orono Maine ; that offer cultural diversions. The history of New England is re-enacted at several collections of historical buildings: Mashantucket Pequot Museum in Ledyard , Connecticut for Native American history; Plimoth Plantation in Plymouth , Massachusetts for early European settlement; Mystic Seaport in Mystic , Connecticut for maritime history; Old Sturbridge Village in Sturbridge , Massachusetts for early 19th century history; Shelburne Museum just south of Burlington , Vermont ; and Historic Deerfield in Deerfield Massachusetts as well as many other locations. New Hampshire offers colonial-era re-enactments and revitalized buildings at Strawberry Bank in Portsmouth and the Fort at No. 4 in Charlestown.

Stop in some of the historical mill towns like Lowell, Massachusetts and Manchester, New Hampshire that have been revitalized. Also make sure you stop by Salem , Ma. see their rich Maritime history. When you get there, remember its not all above board or even above ground for that matter. Many tunnels built by Elias Hasket Derby Jr. for a series of politicians, merchants, privateers, and pirates. In its small area New England packs a lot of natural beauty. Highlights would include: pastoral villages with white-steepled churches throughout rural New England; sandy beaches and moorlands along the southern coastal area of Rhode Island, Connecticut and Massachusetts, including Cape Cod and adjacent islands ; the more rugged rocky coast and cliffs of Maine ; the nearly alpine scenery of Vermont , northern New Hampshire , and western Maine ; and dense forests everywhere. Do[ edit ][ add listing ] Skiing and summer mountain activities[ edit ] Ski or snowboard in the White Mountains of New Hampshire , the Green Mountains of Vermont and the mountains of western and central Maine . In southern New England, Connecticut and Massachusetts have small local ski areas with vertical slopes of less than 300 meters/1000 feet.

There are many ski areas for everyone from beginners to advanced skiers/boarders. Many areas extend their seasons to year round by providing alpine slides and summertime activities. See the state articles for ski area listings. New England skiing is unlike skiing in the western United States . Instead of open slopes above tree line, New England ski areas have relatively narrow trails carved through thick woodlands. New England's variable weather continues in winter. The skier or boarder may experience mild weather with temperatures above 10 Celsius/50 Fahrenheit or bitter cold with high winds delivering wind chill temperatures of -30 or less. Rain or snow may fall at any time. Rain often coats the snow with ice, and snow is often wet and sticky. The result of these conditions is that skiing and snowboarding in New England require attention to conditions. To deal with mild or dry conditions, all major New England ski areas make snow through the night and groom their slopes in the early morning. Traditional Summer Activities[ edit ] Beaches abound along New England's coastline from Connecticut to just south of Portland , Maine . Here vacationers may swim or simply soak up the sun. Swimmers may find the waters north of Cape Cod to be cold, especially in Maine .

Inland, swimming is available in New England's thousands of lakes and ponds, and the water is usually warmer. Almost every New England town has at least one "swimming hole". Swimming areas include those operated by the federal National Park Service in Cape Cod National Seashore and Acadia National Park , large state-owned beaches with parking for hundreds of cars, and local city or town beaches. In addition, local inquiries may reveal the locations of unmapped swimming areas, some quite scenic, along local streams or shorelines. New England also offers plenty of opportunity for boating whether it be in sheltered bays and harbors along 9,900 km/6,100 miles of coastline, or on inland lakes, ponds, and rivers. Local yacht clubs usually conduct sailboat races for many different classes. Offshore cruises are offered from coastal tourist towns. These cruises include "whale watch" boats, other nature cruises to observe shore birds, and sailing on traditional sailboats such as Maine's "windjammers". Those cruising out to sea north of Cape Cod should bring a jacket or sweater no matter how hot it may be on land. Inland, outfitters offer whitewater rafting on Maine 's rivers.

Kayakers and canoers have plenty of opportunity to put their craft into local lakes, ponds, and rivers at state-owned boat launching areas. Rentals are often available in larger waterfront towns. Be advised that many local areas ban jet skis and have "no wake" areas for motor boats. Bicycling is popular in New England. The large urban area stretching from Boston to Hartford and into the New York City area are densely populated with lots of automobile traffic, so cyclists often take advantage of the area's "rail-trails", which are paved sections of abandoned railroad track dedicated to bicyclists and pedestrians. Information on rail-trails, such as the East Coast Greenway [25] , is available from the Rails-to-Trails Conservancy [26] . In northern New England there is less traffic on the roads, but you'll find more mountainous terrain compared with the rolling hills of southern New England. Many of New England's state parks have trails for mountain biking. These trails follow old dirt roads. Mountain biking on hiking trails is usually prohibited. Both Cape Cod National Seashore and Acadia National Park offer ample opportunity for bicycling along scenic routes free of motor vehicle traffic.

Biking opportunities abound on New England's many offshore island destinations where roads are usually flat and cooled by sea breezes. Most major tourist destinations have shops that rent bicycles. Here are some itineraries: Bicycle Boston to Provincetown through Cape Cod, returning via ferry [27] Bicycle Boston to Portland, returning via train [28] Huge selection of routes in easy to find interactive maps [29] Hiking is popular in New England. There are long distance hiking trails in the region, including the Appalachian Trail , which courses through all of the New England states except Rhode Island to its terminus on Mount Katahdin in Maine, and the Long Trail, which traverses Vermont from Massachusetts to Quebec . Although there are hundreds of miles of hiking trails in the region's state and federal parks, bear in mind that most hiking trails do cross private property, and the owner's rights are to be respected. Most of New England's mountains are thickly forested, but there are extensive areas above the tree line in Vermont and especially New Hampshire and Maine . On these mountains climate conditions are similar to those in Labrador far to the north, and the lack of trees affords wonderful long distance views.

The Appalachian Mountain Club [30] (AMC) has its headquarters in Boston and local chapters throughout the region. AMC operates campgrounds and lodges throughout the region, most of which are reachable only by hiking. New England's trails are generally maintained by volunteers organized by AMC's chapters or other organizations such as the Green Mountain Club [31] or the Connecticut Forest and Park Association [32] . These organizations offer detailed maps and other hiking information. Here are some hiking ideas: Best 165 Hikes with Kids in New England [33] Day Hikes Near Boston [34] LGBT tourism[ edit ] New England is home to some of America's oldest LGBT resorts; the most famous are Provincetown and Ogunquit . Gays from large cities like New York City , Philadelphia , and Washington, D.C. vacation in New England to enjoy the region's largely tolerant, accepting culture. With the recent passage of same-sex marriage laws in Connecticut , New Hampshire , Massachusetts , Vermont , and Maine , the region's scenic beauty makes it a popular wedding destination for straight and gay couples alike. Boston and Providence are known for its lively LGBT nightlife; elsewhere options are pretty sparse.

Gay-owned guesthouses are, however, fairly common. Eat[ edit ][ add listing ] New England's cities and tourist areas have a wide variety of excellent restaurants. A few famous items of local cuisine include New Haven's pizza, Vermont's maple syrup, Southern Massachusetts and Rhode Island's Portuguese cuisine, and Maine's lobster and blueberries. Everywhere along New England's coast there are local restaurants offering fresh seafood, fried clams, and clam chowder. It can be kitschy, but there is a certain pleasure in spending a summer afternoon at a New England seaside restaurant eating seafood and watching boats come and go in the local harbor. A special local treat is to attend a clam or "lobsta" "bake" or "shore dinner" at a coastal location. These venues typically serve only a complete clam or lobster dinner at a fixed time that includes all the ingredients of a traditional New England clam or lobster bake, including, of course, steamed clams or lobster, baked potatoes, corn on the cob, baked beans, and traditional desserts. Sometimes steak or hamburger is offered to those who will not eat lobster or clams. Enquire locally in seaside communities for locations and times.

Some of New England's smaller towns have old restored taverns which in the 18th and 19th centuries provided lodging and food for weary travellers. Most of these restored taverns no longer offer lodging, but offer meals featuring typical "New England fare" such as pot roast and a variety of steaks and poultry. Many of these restaurants also offer seafood. Drink[ edit ][ add listing ] Boston is known for its drinking establishments known locally as bars or taverns or pubs, including the Cheers bar of TV fame. (See the section in the Boston article.) New Haven is home to hundreds of bars and restaurants, and has a thriving scene including the Playwright, the largest Irish Pub on the East Coast, a huge space holding two thousand people built out of church parts salvaged from Ireland . In addition, several other cities in the region have an active nightlife. Microbreweries and wineries are also located throughout the region, and many can be visited by travellers. Be aware that New England states have strict laws on driving while under the influence of alcohol. Some New England police departments enforce these laws by stopping traffic near popular bars and interviewing drivers, or by stationing unmarked police cars in or near the parking lots of popular establishments.

Types of stores that sell alcohol for off-premises consumption vary from state to state. Generally, wine and beer may be purchased in groceries and convenience stores but harder liquors may only be available from retail liquor stores known locally as "package stores" or "packies". While former "Blue Laws" prohibited the sale of alcohol on Sundays in Massachusetts and Connecticut, many those laws have since been repealed. However, some cities and towns remain "dry" or do not allow for the sale of alcohol. Other New England states have slowly repealed such alcohol sales bans, but be aware of this odd tradition. Stay safe[ edit ] New England is one of the safest regions of the country overall, but it is no stranger to crime. All of the region's towns and cities, regardless of their size, have areas that should be travelled with caution at night. Larger cities are the best-known for crime because of media publicity but most crimes in big cities occur among friends and acquaintances. Random acts of violence can happen anywhere, even in smaller towns. It is also quite a safe region for hitchhiking. Furthermore, as with other areas of the country, take care while driving.

You are 200 times more likely to be injured or killed in a car accident than in any random act of violence. Particular areas to use caution are small, winding roads away from major interstates where cars can travel erratically and at high speeds. Hikers leaving an automobile at trail heads in remote areas should take care not to leave valuables in the vehicle. As in the rest of the USA, 911 can be dialled for emergencies, even from pay-phones. Dangerous animals are hardly a concern in New England. During May and early June hikers may want to avoid thick woodlands in northern New England or risk being plagued by hordes of tiny black flies. The best time for hiking is September and October when cold nights have suppressed insect activity. That said, however, there are many trails with locations exposed to wind and sunshine and minimal contact with biting and stinging insects. There are rare encounters with poisonous snakes in southern and western parts of New England, but hardly any deaths. These snakes are so rare that they are considered endangered and it may be against the law to kill them. The hiker will encounter no poisonous snakes in Maine or northern New Hampshire .

The most dangerous animal likely to be encountered by a hiker in New England is the deer tick, a tiny creature no more than about 2 mm in diameter. Deer ticks carry Lyme Disease, which can engender severe medical symptoms in the victim. The best defense against the deer tick is to use insecticides and wear long pants and long-sleeved shirts. Wild turkeys, bears, and coyotes abound in New England but almost always avoid humans. Moose can be dangerous to motorists speeding along dark roads in northern New England. These animals are large and their massive bodies will go right through the windshield when struck by a smaller automobile. The best defense is to drive slowly through moose crossing areas and watch carefully for moose stepping into the road. Get out[ edit ] Travellers continuing to Canada may take Interstate 89 North from Burlington , Vermont to Montreal or Maine state highway 9 East from Bangor , Maine to the Atlantic Provinces of Canada. The Cat Ferry [35] that sailed from Bar Harbor or Portland , Maine to Yarmouth , Nova Scotia ceased operation December 9, 2009. This is a usable article.

It gives a good overview of the region, its sights, and how to get in, as well as links to the main destinations, whose articles are similarly well developed. An adventurous person could use this article, but please plunge forward and help it grow ! Yankee - National Geographic Society Encyclopedic Entry Yankee A man dressed as a Union soldier participates in a Civil War re-enactment. During the Civil War, the term "Yankee" was used derogatorily in the South to refer to Americans loyal to the Union, but in World War I the term was used widely abroad to refer to all Americans. Photograph by Roxann Lovette, MyShot Photograph by: Rob Morgan , My Shot A Connecticut Yankee Author Mark Twain's novel, A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court, was the inspiration for a handful of movies including A Kid in King Arthur's Court, Army of Darkness, and Black Knight. (Twain himself was not a Yankeehe was a Southerner from Hannibal, Missouri.) Yankee Doodle Before The Star Spangled Banner, by Francis Scott Key, was made the official U.S. national anthem in 1931, Yankee Doodle was often used as an unofficial national anthem.

The official version of Yankee Doodle has 16 verses, giving a pretty good history of the American Revolution. One of the verses mentions Captain Washingtonnot yet a general, or a president. The daughter of President John Kennedy, Caroline, had a pony, Macaroni, named after the lyrics to "Yankee Doodle". Macaroni was given to the Yankee, Caroline, by her fathers southern (Texan) vice president, Lyndon Johnson. Yankee Clipper Joe DiMaggio, a center fielder for the New York Yankees, was nicknamed The Yankee Clipper. DiMaggio was chosen for the All-Star Game every year he played, from 1936-1942, and from 1946-1951. (The Yankee Clipper didnt take a four-year break; he joined the U.S. Army Air Corps during World War II.) “ Yankee ” is a word almost everyone has heard—but most of us don't know quite what it means. Some people love it—especially baseball fans who root for the New York Yankees. Some people hate it—the word started as an insult.

Some people think it's simply a silly description for people who live in a certain area of the United States. Yankee is sometimes abbreviated as “Yank.” People from all over the world, including Great Britain, Australia, and South America, use the term to describe Americans. (In Spanish, it’s spelled yanqui.) Sometimes, it's a negative description. Other times, it's a playful term. In the United States, the term specifically refers to residents of New England . New England includes the states of Connecticut, Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island. During the Civil War , and even after the war came to an end, Yankee was a term used by Southerners to describe their rivals from the Union , or northern, side of the conflict. After the war, Yankee was once again mostly used to describe New Englanders. Yankees have been important players in politics. Often, there is a stereotype associated with Yankee politicians: they are white, wealthy, and attended elite colleges like Harvard University. Yankee politicians are often associated with civic pride and public service. Former Presidents John F. Kennedy (from Massachusetts), Calvin Coolidge (from Vermont), and George H. W.

Bush (from Massachusetts and Maine) are considered cultural Yankees. No one is really sure where the word Yankee came from. Some say a British general named James Wolfe used it first in 1758 when he was commanding some New England soldiers. Others say the word comes from the Cherokee word eankke, which means coward. Some say it comes from a Dutch word, since many immigrant s from the Netherlands settled in the northeast part of the United States. The song " Yankee Doodle " is a familiar one to many who grew up in the United States. It started out as a well-known British song, dating back to the early 1700s. The song describes a sloppy person. Its lyrics were sung originally by British military officers to mock the amateur "Yankee" soldiers of the American Colonies . Eventually, the song, now the state anthem of Connecticut, became the first national anthem of the United States. In fact, "Yankee Doodle" was sung at Fort McHenry, Maryland, when Francis Scott Key wrote "The Star-Spangled Banner" nearby. The American author E. B. White came up with a funny summary of how to keep the term straight.

It shows how, in the end, who is and isn't a Yankee is all about the geographic perspective: To foreigners, a Yankee is an American. To Americans, a Yankee is a Northerner. To Northerners, a Yankee is an Easterner. To Easterners, a Yankee is a New Englander. To New Englanders, a Yankee is a Vermonter. And in Vermont, a Yankee is somebody who eats pie for breakfast. Term amateur Adjective person who studies and works at an activity or interest without financial benefit or being formally trained in it. American Colonies Noun 13 areas in North America governed by the British until the American Revolution of 1776. New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia. anthem song of strong belief in faith or patriotism. Cherokee people and culture native to the southeastern United States. civic pride placing value in a locality or working to make that locality better. Civil War (1860-1865) American conflict between the Union (north) and Confederacy (south). E. B.

White (1899-1985) American writer. (Born Elwyn Brooks White.) elite person who moves to a new country or region. New England Noun area in the United States comprising the states of Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont. stereotype a general characteristic associated with a group of people. Union having to do with states supporting the United States (north) during the U.S. Civil War. Yankee New Englander - definition of New Englander by The Free Dictionary New Englander - definition of New Englander by The Free Dictionary Also found in: Thesaurus , Encyclopedia , Wikipedia . New England A region of the northeast United States consisting of Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Rhode Island. New Eng′land·er n. New Englander (Placename) a native or inhabitant of New England ThesaurusAntonymsRelated WordsSynonymsLegend: New England - a region of northeastern United States comprising Maine and New Hampshire and Vermont and Massachusetts and Rhode Island and Connecticut American - a native or inhabitant of the United States Want to thank TFD for its existence?

Tell a friend about us , add a link to this page, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content . Link to this page: Yankee References in classic literature ? I was a New Englander, and in my opinion this sort of partner- ship would compromise her, sooner or later. View in context Impey Barbicane was a man of forty years of age, calm, cold, austere; of a singularly serious and self-contained demeanor, punctual as a chronometer, of imperturbable temper and immovable character; by no means chivalrous, yet adventurous withal, and always bringing practical ideas to bear upon the very rashest enterprises; an essentially New Englander, a Northern colonist, a descendant of the old anti-Stuart Roundheads, and the implacable enemy of the gentlemen of the South, those ancient cavaliers of the mother country. New England Sayings - Business Insider New England, the birthplace of the American Revolution and home to crazed sports fans. Jared Wickerham/Getty New Englanders have a certain way of saying things.

In Yankee country , we call remote controls "clickers," traffic circles "rotaries," and subs "grinders." Mainers tack unnecessary "r"s onto words, like idear, while Bostonians drop 'em all together. It's wicked weeeahd. And don't even try pronouncing Worcester if you're "from away." Inspired by Business Insider's recent lists of Southern slang and Midwestern expressions the rest of America doesn't understand, here are 13 New England sayings that will inspire you to visit Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut*, and Rhode Island. Settle in with a cup of Dunk's and enjoy. 1. "Wicked." A dead giveaway that you're talking to a New Englander, "wicked" is a general intensifier often followed by "pissah," to mean superb. Given the Puritan past of New England, the term emerged as a pseudo-curse word during the Salem Witch Trials ; although it's also said to originate in Maine. In the last 20 to 30 years, the region adopted it as an affectionate nod to the past. 2.

"Bang a uey." Mike Carlson/AP Whether you're cruising the Pike or navigating a parking lot at one of tax-free New Hampshire's outlet malls, to "bang a uey" (pronounced yoo-ee) is far from being a suggestive slur. "Bang" is to turn and "uey" is short for for U-turn, so this basically is just a directive to turn the car around. 3. "Frappe." The milkshake that brings all the boys to the yard is the frappe (pronounced with a silent "e"). It's an ultra-thick blend of milk, flavored syrup, and any flavor of ice cream available. If you order a milkshake in New England, you'll likely get a soupier concoction of just milk and syrup. The frappe, often called a "cabinet" in Rhode Island, worked its way into the national vocabulary when in 1994, Starbucks bought the rights to the name "Frappuccino." 4.

"Ayuh!" If a Mainer asks if you read Stephen King's new book, you can assure him, "ayuh!" The informal affirmative, meaning "yes," possibly derived from the nautical "aye." It's mostly associated with the old-fashioned Down East accent, which is still heard in Eastern Maine but is pretty scarce among people under age 40. Harvard Yard. Flickr/timsackton 5. "Pahk the cah in Hahvahd Yahd." Do so and you're likely to get towed — "Park the car in Harvard Yard" is an old saw used to ridicule the way Bostonians talk. The traditional, John F. Kennedy-famous accent has broad "a"s and is non-rhotic, meaning the "r" sound drops when it precedes other consonants (smart becomes "smaht"), and other times just for fun (chowder becomes "chowdah"). The phrase doesn't make much sense — most of Harvard's historic 22-acre yard is off-limits to vehicles — but it does make five "r"s magically disappear. 6.

"That Masshole just cut me off!" The "Masshole" takes pride in his aggressive and illegal driving habits. The King of Road Rage, he drifts between lanes with reckless abandon, tailgates hard, is too cool to use turn signals, and has demonstrated an inability to yield, merge, observe road signs and speed limits, and function like a human being behind the wheel of a car. 7. "Just because a cat has her kittens in the oven don't make them biscuits." This odd little analogy heard throughout Vermont and Maine emphasizes the value they place on native status. If you were born in New England, but your parents are originally from out-of-state, you can fuhggedabout claiming to be a true New Englander. Harsh. One might also say someone is "from away," indicating he isn't a native of Maine. A true New York System hot wiener. Wikimedia Commons 8. "Now that's a New York System hot wiener!" A staple of Rhode Island's foodie tradition, these wieners — never "hot dogs" — caught on in the early 1900's and were named to invoke a sense of Coney Island-authenticity.

The New York System hot wiener ordered " all the way " is cut short, about four inches long, cooked slowly on a low-heat griddle all day, and topped with mustard, raw chopped onions, celery salt, and a greasy ground-beef sauce. Wash it down with a bottle of coffee milk, a combination of sweet coffee syrup and milk that is Little Rhody's official state drink . 9. "Make a packie run." Before the Sox game starts, stock up on some Sam Adams at the package store — "packie" for short, also known as a liquor store. The term is a relic of post-Prohibition days , when purists still didn't care to associate with the likes of boozy-sounding words. "Package" most likely references the plain paper bag you get at checkout. 10. "You can't get there from here." Before it was a R.E.M. song , this colloquialism served as a tongue-in-cheek response to travelers asking for difficult directions.

It seems like nonsense today, but in Maine during the era of settlement , with few roads, fewer bridges, and tough terrain, many people on the move would often find themselves in sight of their destinations but with no way to get there. A Hoodsie cup. Twitter/@bakedbyrachel 11. "Have a Hoodsie Cup." A Hoodsie Cup is a small waxed-paper cup filled with half chocolate, half vanilla ice cream, and tastes of frozen whipped cream and nostalgia. Every elementary school child received a red polka-dotted cup with a flat wooden spoon on Ice Cream Days and in-school holidays. Produced by Massachusetts-based dairy company Hood, Hoodsies launched in 1947 and is still available at Walmart and limited grocery stores in the Northeast. 12. "The kid's got moxie." Moxie describes someone with vigor, stamina, and guts — a neologism inspired by the official soft drink of Maine . Dr.

Augustine Thompson, a Union native, first patented Moxie in 1876 as a medicinal drink that strengthens the nerves and cures "loss of manliness." The bitter beverage was later rebranded to take advantage of the rapidly growing soft drink market, and by World War II, people were saying , "What this country needs is plenty of Moxie." Rest in peace, Old Man of the Mountain. Wikimedia Commons 13. "Live free or die." New Hampshire doesn't mess around with freedom. When an illness forced General John Stark, the state's most distinguished Revolutionary War hero, to decline an invitation to the 32nd anniversary reunion of an important battle, he instead sent a written toast to his wartime comrades. It read , "Live Free Or Die; Death Is Not The Worst of Evils." More than a century later, the 1945 Legislature adopted it as the official state motto. It remains the ballsiest motto of the 50 states. Did we miss your favorite? Add it in the comments.

"What this Country Needs is Plenty of Moxie" because of Moxie's "Nerve Food" image, the word "moxie" enters the English language as a synonym for vim, vigor, stamina, and just plain "guts". - See more at: #sthash.x2TKGS95.dpuf because of Moxie's "Nerve Food" image, the word "moxie" enters the English language as a synonym for vim, vigor, stamina, and just plain "guts". - See more at: #sthash.x2TKGS95.dpuf *Apparently Connecticut's only cultural contribution is "Gilmore Girls." Now Watch: These Maps Prove Americans Speak Totally Different Versions Of The English Language New England Universities & Colleges | Discover New England New England Universities & Colleges Boston, Massachusetts New England Universities & Colleges When it comes to higher education and university cachet, no other region of the USA matches the draw of New England with its collection of historic and renowned universities, colleges, and even secondary schools. Hundreds of thousands of prospective international students and their families flock to New England each year to tour the schools and make their choice.

And if you are simply on vacation, it’s easy to join in — take a tour of picturesque university campus towns and learn about the history of these famous institutions. Connecticut In buzzy New Haven, Yale University was founded in 1701, making it the United States’ third oldest university. Take a free student-led tour to hear about famous former students, from actors Jodie Foster and Meryl Streep to five U.S. presidents, including Bill Clinton and George W. Bush. The University of Connecticut , nicknamed ‘UConn,’ is known as a sporting powerhouse thanks to its outstanding basketball teams. It is also ranked as one of America’s top public research universities. Connecticut’s outstanding small liberal arts colleges include Wesleyan , Trinity and Quinnipiac , home of the nationally renowned Quinnipiac University Polling Institute . More on Connecticut universities and colleges . Maine Maine’s record of outstanding higher education stretches back to 1794. Maine’s oldest college is Bowdoin College , in Brunswick, 25 miles from Portland. Among the famous alumni are poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow and Arctic explorer Robert E. Peary. Two renowned liberal arts schools have classic New England campuses: Colby and Bates.

Located in Waterville, Colby College is the 12th-oldest independent liberal arts college in the country and was recently listed 21st in the 2012 U.S. News Best Liberal Arts Colleges rankings. Bates College , in Lewiston, was founded in 1855 by abolitionists and is the oldest continuously operating coeducational institution in New England. Maine also has a much-celebrated osteopathic medicine school: The University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine , just south of Portland in Biddeford. More on Maine universities and colleges . Massachusetts More international college students flock to schools in the state of Massachusetts than all but three other U.S. states, according to a report by Institute of International Education. Boston University is among the 10 American universities with the highest number of foreign students. With 50 colleges and 250,000 undergraduates in 50 square miles, Boston really is America’s College Town . The most famous are the two world-class institutions that are neighbors in Cambridge.

Harvard , founded in 1636, is the USA’s oldest university; MIT (Massachusetts Institute of Technology) dates back to 1861. Both have excellent free campus tours. And, for a more irreverent look at Harvard, take the Hahvahd Tour , also student-led. Other major Boston-area schools include Brandeis , Boston College , Suffolk University , Northeastern University and Tufts University . The Pioneer Valley in Western Massachusetts has a strong concentration of higher education institutions, known as the Five Colleges : Smith College in Northampton; Amherst College , Hampshire College and the University of Massachusetts in Amherst; and Mount Holyoke College in South Hadley. Here, the colleges make a strong imprint on the community, offering intellectual curiosity, a youthful energy and spirit, and cultural and sporting activities for residents and visitors to the region. More on Massachusetts universities and colleges . New Hampshire In the pleasant town of Hanover, on the Connecticut River, Dartmouth College was founded in 1769. That makes it America’s ninth oldest. A member of the elite Ivy League, Dartmouth also has an outstanding medical school.

New Hampshire is also home to New England College , whose sports teams are nicknamed the Pilgrims. Of course, New Hampshire has the added temptation for winter sports’ enthusiasts: fabulous skiing and boarding on weekends! More on New Hampshire universities and colleges . Rhode Island Rhode Island’s institutions of higher education are widely recognized for their prominence in special areas. Another member of the Ivy League is Brown University , founded in 1764, making it the seventh oldest in America. Set in a historic part of Providence, with handsome old buildings, Brown is known for liberal arts, as well as its science, medical, and engineering programs. Other headliners include RISD, the Rhode Island School of Design and Johnson & Wales University , a college of culinary arts and hospitality, with famous alumni such as chefs Emeril Lagasse and Tyler Florence. More on Rhode Island universities and colleges . Vermont The most famous of Vermont’s colleges and universities is Middlebury College , founded in 1800. Its campus is in the charming town of Middlebury; nearby, in the Green Mountains, is its Bread Loaf campus, home to its internationally-known summer School of English .

Even older is UVM, the University of Vermont , chartered in 1791 and still thriving in Burlington, one of the countries ‘best’ small cities. Then, there is the New England Culinary Institute , whose student-run restaurants are open to visitors. And, of course, many U.S. Olympic skiers and riders studied in Vermont — and trained on its slopes! Shop New England – Great Outlet Deals | Discover New England Clinton, Connecticut Designer Outlet Shopping You can "shop 'til you drop" in New England. Some of New England’s best shopping deals can be found at the massive designer outlets throughout the region featuring some of the top brand names — including Coach, Ralph Lauren/Polo, Tommy Hilfiger, Banana Republic, GAP, and Calvin Klein. Most are easily accessible off major destination routes. Connecticut 6.35% sales tax Clinton Crossing Premium Outlets — near the coast between New York and Boston, this outlet center has 70 outlets stores including Adidas, Banana Republic, BCBG Max Azria, Brooks Brothers, Coach, Cole Haan, DKNY, Dooney & Bourke, Gap Outlet, J.Crew, Kate Spade, Kenneth Cole, and more.

Close to Chamard Vineyards and the Mohegan Sun casino. Tanger Outlets — Conveniently located off I-95 on the Connecticut shore between New York and Boston, this pristine outlet center has more than 65 brand name designer brands including J.Crew, New Balance, Williams Sonoma, Waterford Wedgwood, Reebok, Rockport, LOFT Outlet, VF Outlet, Carter’s, Nine West, Hush Puppies Merrell Sebago, Bath & Body Works Outlet, Eddie Bauer, Jockey, Rack Room Shoes, and more. Nearby attractions include Essex Steam Train & Riverboat, Foxwoods Resort and Casino, Mohegan Sun, and Mystic Seaport & Aquarium.. Maine 5.5% sales tax Kittery Outlets — Kittery, Maine — just over the border from Portsmouth, New Hampshire, off Route 95, you’ll find more than 120 major name outlet stores along with the Kittery Trading Post , a 90,000 square foot retail outdoor specialty sports & clothing store that started out as a one-room trading post/gas station in 1938. Close to southern Maine beaches.

Freeport Outlets — not far from the seafaring city of Portland, Maine, is the shopping mecca of Freeport, featuring more than 200 shops and businesses centered around the outdoors megastore of L.L.Bean , which is open 365 days a year, 24 hours a day. Be sure to see the statue of the famous “Bean Boot” outside the store’s side entrance! Watch a video of Freeport or L.L.Bean . Massachusetts 6.25% sales tax (No sales tax on clothing under $175) Wrentham Village Premium Outlets — this major shopping destination offers a whopping 170 outlets storing including some of the most celebrated brand name designers. Many of the major Boston hotels offer special shopping packages and transportation to and from the center. Wrentham Village Premium Outlets is located on Route 1A in Wrentham, Massachusetts, at the intersection of I-495 — 45 minutes southwest of Boston. Lee Premium Outlets in Lee, Massachusetts are poised at the gateway to the scenic Berkshires region of western Massachusetts. This outlet offers more than 60 designer outlet stores.

Conveniently located off Exit 2 of the Massachusetts Turnpike, 125 miles from Boston. New Hampshire All shopping in New Hampshire is 100% tax free! Merrimack Premium Outlets in Merrimack, New Hampshire: 100 outlet stores, including Banana Republic, Calvin Klein, Coach, Cole Haan, DKNY, Elie Tahari, J. Crew, Lucky Brand, Michael Kors, Nike, Polo Ralph Lauren, Saks Fifth Avenue Off 5th, and Tommy Hilfiger. Settler’s Green Outlet Village in North Conway, New Hampshire, provides more than 60 outlet stores plus nearby crafts and specialty shops in this scenic village. See the North Conway Village Map and Guide for a complete list. Near New Hampshire’s Lakes Region, you’ll find 50 designer outlets at the Tanger Outlet in Tilton, New Hampshire. From I-93 take Exit 20, Route 3 East. Tanger Outlet Center is 1/4 mile on the left.

Vermont No tax on clothing; 6% state tax on other items Manchester Designer Outlets : in the southern portion of Vermont alongside the Green Mountains, you’ll find this unique collection of 30+ outlets in quaint clapboard houses. Shops include Kate Spade, Michael Kors and Tumi (watch video ). Outside of Burlington, Vermont, explore Essex Outlets & Cinemas featuring more than 25 local Vermont specialty shops, as well as national factory outlet stores, several dining options, and a state-of-the-art stadium seating movie theater. The complex is located 15 minutes east of downtown Burlington. Learn more about the great shopping available in each New England state:

Question: The term "New England" covers the US states of Maine, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Vermont, Rhode Island and which other state?
Answer: New Hampshire