B2nounsocietyurban
US/ˈrez.ɪ.dənt/
UK/ˈrez.ɪ.dənt/
a person who lives in a particular place, building or area
In context
Local residents complained about the noise from the building site.
Only residents may park in front of the apartment block.
She has been a resident of this city for over twenty years.
Words that go with resident
adjective + noun
- local residentLocal residents opposed the new road.
- permanent residentHe became a permanent resident last year.
- long-term residentLong-term residents get a discount on parking.
- fellow residentI always say hello to my fellow residents in the elevator.
- elderly residentsElderly residents need extra help in winter.
noun + preposition
- resident ofShe is a resident of Hanoi.