Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cohabitant
Noun
/koʊˈhæbɪtənt/
Definition
A person who lives with another person in a supportive or romantic relationship without being married.
Examples
- Mark and Lisa are cohabitants who have been living together for three years.
- Many young couples choose to become cohabitants before deciding to get married.
Meaning
Cohabitants share a living space and may have a close personal relationship but do not have formal marital ties.
Synonyms
- Partner
- Roommate
- Companion
- Lover
