Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

inhabitor

noun
/ɪnˈhæbɪtər/
Definition
A person or creature that lives in a specific place or environment.
Examples
  • The forest is home to many different inhabitants, including birds, insects, and mammals.
  • As an inhabitant of the city, she knows all the best places to eat.
  • The scientists studied the behavior of each inhabitant in the ecosystem.
Meaning
The term refers to any individual or organism that resides in a particular area, such as animals living in a habitat or people living in a community.
Synonyms
  • dweller
  • resident
  • occupant
  • local
  • tenant