denizen — an inhabitant or occupant of a particular place
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: an inhabitant or occupant of a particular place
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈdenɪzən/
Example Sentences
- The pizza delivery guy has become a regular denizen of our dorm hallway.
- Sharks are fearsome denizens of the ocean depths.
- My cat thinks she's the supreme denizen of the couch.
denizen
NOUN[/ˈdenɪzən/]
an inhabitant or occupant of a particular place
The old fox is a longtime denizen of this quiet forest.
From prison denizen to welcomed citizen
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old French 'denizen' meaning 'inhabitant,' derived from Latin 'deintus' meaning 'from within' or 'internal.' The word entered English through Norman French influence.
Breakdown
de- (from) + -izen (inhabitant/resident) = denizen (one who dwells within a place)
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📝Examples
“The pizza delivery guy has become a regular denizen of our dorm hallway.”
“Sharks are fearsome denizens of the ocean depths.”
“My cat thinks she's the supreme denizen of the couch.”
“The hermit was a mysterious denizen of the mountain cave.”
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