Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
inhabitant
noun
/ɪnˈhæb.ɪ.tənt/
Definition
A person or animal that lives in a particular place.
Examples
- The city has a large number of inhabitants.
- As an inhabitant of the forest, the deer is well adapted to its environment.
- Each inhabitant has a unique perspective on the community’s issues.
Meaning
An inhabitant is someone who resides in or occupies a certain area, such as a city, town, or country.
Synonyms
- resident
- dweller
- occupant
- local
- citizen
