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Resident

noun
/ˈrezɪdənt/

Meaning

a person who lives somewhere permanently or on a long-term basis; living in a particular place
A person who lives in a particular place.

Example Sentences

She has been a resident of this city for over ten years.

Every resident of the building must follow the safety rules.

Example Expressions

permanent resident

Synonyms

inhabitant, dweller, citizen, occupant, tenant
Entry 1
inhabitant, dweller, citizen, occupant
Entry 2
inhabitant, occupant, dweller, tenant

Antonyms

visitor, tourist, transient, outsider
Entry 1
visitor, tourist, transient, outsider
Entry 2
visitor, outsider, tourist

Collocations

permanent resident, local resident, senior resident, resident doctor
Entry 1
permanent resident, local resident, senior resident, resident doctor
Entry 2
resident doctor, local resident, permanent resident

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