resident
Translation
inhabitant, local, dweller
Examples
He is a resident of Manchester.
He is a resident of Manchester.
The residents complained about the noise.
The residents complained about the noise.
Grammar Patterns
((a resident of a place)) a person who lives somewhere permanently She is a UK resident.
Similar Words
Synonyms: inhabitant, local, dweller
Etymology
From Latin 'residens', present participle of 'residere' (to reside). Literally 'one who resides'.
Memory Tips
A 'resident' is a person who 'resides' in a 'residence'. The -ent suffix often refers to a person.