Erie
Definition
A member of an Iroquoian-speaking Native American people formerly inhabiting the region south of Lake Erie in the 17th century.
Lake Erie, the fourth-largest of the Great Lakes, situated between the northeastern United States and southeastern Canada, connected historically to the Hudson River via the Erie Canal.
A major port city in northwestern Pennsylvania, located on the southern shore of Lake Erie.
Examples
Sailing across Lake Erie felt like a budget version of the Bermuda Triangle—plenty of fog, zero aliens, but maximum questionable life choices.
The Erie tribe's canoes were so stealthy, they probably invented the surprise party long before birthday cakes existed.
In Erie, Pennsylvania, the locals treat lake-effect snow like a personal challenge: 'Is that all you've got?'
Planning a road trip? Swing by Erie for perch fishing that's so good, you'll swear the fish are volunteering to jump into your pan.