Illinois

Pronunciation

• US IPA: /ˌɪlɨˈnɔɪ/, /ˌɪl.É™.ˈnɔɪ/

Origin

From French adaptation of an (perhaps Ojibwe) term ilenweewa, meaning "speaking normally."

Full definition of Illinois

Proper noun

1. A Capital: Springfield. Largest city: Chicago.

Derived terms

• IL
• Illinoisan

Adjective

1. Of or relating to the Miami-Illinois language.

Noun

1. Any of a tribe of Native Americans who formerly occupied the region between the Wabash and Mississippi rivers.