indweller

/ˈɪndˌwɛlər/

Definitions

1. noun

a person who lives or resides in a particular place, especially one who is native to it

“The city’s oldest indweller shared stories of its rich history.”

2. noun

an inhabitant of a particular region or area, especially one who is indigenous

“The indigenous population of the island were considered its original indwellers.”

3. noun

a person who is a member of a particular community or group

“The local church was the center of community for the town’s indwellers.”

Synonyms

  • inhabitant
  • resident

Antonyms

  • outsider
  • stranger