Definitions

1. adjective

Lasting for a very short time; temporary.

“The meteor’s transient appearance in the sky was a rare sight.”

2. noun

A person, especially a woman, who is a guest at a hotel, inn, or boarding house for a short time.

“The transient from the nearby city had been staying at our hotel for weeks.”

3. noun

A person, especially a homeless person, who is temporarily housed in a shelter or accommodation.

“The transient program at the local church helped many people in need.”

4. noun

A quantity of radioactivity that decays completely in a relatively short period of time.

“The transient from the radioactive material was measured over several days.”