inhabitant

/ɪnˈhæbɪtənt/

Definitions

1. noun

A person or animal that lives in a particular place or area.

“The city’s inhabitants were concerned about the new development project.”

2. noun

A person who is a member of a particular community or society.

“The inhabitants of the tribe have a rich cultural heritage.”

3. noun

A person or thing that is contained or included within something.

“The inhabitants of the software are various algorithms and data structures.”

Synonyms

  • denizen
  • dweller
  • inhabiter
  • resident

Antonyms

  • nomad
  • non-resident
  • visitor