Bay Stater

== English == === Etymology === From Bay State, a nickname name given to Massachusetts due to the geographical features of Massachusetts Bay, Cape Cod Bay, Buzzards Bay and Narragansett Bay, +‎ -er. === Noun === Bay Stater (plural Bay Staters) A native or resident of the state of Massachusetts in the United States of America. ==== Usage notes ==== “Bay Stater” is the official designation of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts but the federal government style guide prefers “Massachusettsan”. ==== Synonyms ==== Massachusettsan Massachusite Masshole (derogatory) === References ===