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inhabitant

[/ɪnˈhæbɪtənt/]
nounpl: inhabitants
habitante
1. a person or animal that lives in or occupies a place
The inhabitants of the island have lived there for centuries.
Os habitantes da ilha vivem lá há séculos.
2. a resident of a particular region or city
She is an inhabitant of New York City.
Ela é uma habitante de Nova York.
Synonyms
residentoccupantdwellertenantcitizennative
Antonyms
visitoroutsiderforeignertourist

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
habitante
most common usage
General Brazilian
morador
emphasizes residential aspect
Portugal
habitante
standard usage
Portugal
residente
more formal alternative

Related Idioms & Phrases

inhabitant of the earth
native inhabitant
original inhabitant
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