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denizens

 

[ หˆdษ›nษชz(ษ™)nz ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

resident in a particular place

Denizens are people who live in a particular place, especially a place which is not their original home. They are considered residents of that place, often having a sense of belonging and familiarity with the surroundings.

Synonyms

citizen, dweller, inhabitant, resident.

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Word Description / Examples
citizen

This term is used to describe someone who legally belongs to a particular country and has rights and responsibilities there.

  • She is a citizen of the United States.
  • As a citizen, you have the right to vote.

Examples of usage

  • Denizens of the small town gathered at the local diner every morning.
  • The denizens of the forest included various wildlife such as deer and rabbits.
  • She quickly became a denizen of the bustling city, adapting to the fast-paced lifestyle.
  • The denizens of the neighborhood were known for their tight-knit community spirit.
Context #2 | Noun

an inhabitant or occupant of a particular place

Denizens can also refer to any living being that inhabits or occupies a specific area, whether it be humans, animals, or even supernatural creatures in fictional settings. It implies a sense of belonging or ownership within that space.

Synonyms

dweller, inhabitant, occupant, resident.

Examples of usage

  • The denizens of the underwater world are diverse and fascinating.
  • He considered himself a denizen of the art world, attending gallery openings regularly.
  • The denizens of the haunted house were said to be restless spirits from centuries past.

Translations

Translations of the word "denizens" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น habitantes

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคจเคฟเคตเคพเคธเฅ€

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Einwohner

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ penduduk

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะผะตัˆะบะฐะฝั†ั–

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ mieszkaล„cy

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ไฝๆฐ‘ (ใ˜ใ‚…ใ†ใฟใ‚“)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท habitants

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ habitantes

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท sakinler

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ฑฐ์ฃผ์ž

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ุณูƒุงู†

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ obyvatelรฉ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ obyvatelia

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅฑ…ๆฐ‘ (jลซmรญn)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ prebivalci

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ รญbรบar

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚าฑั€า“ั‹ะฝะดะฐั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒแƒกแƒแƒฎแƒšแƒ”แƒ”แƒ‘แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sakinlษ™r

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ habitantes

Etymology

The word 'denizens' originated from the Old French term 'denzein', which meant 'inhabitant' or 'resident'. It later evolved in Middle English to refer to a resident alien granted certain rights and privileges. Over time, the term broadened to encompass any resident or occupant of a particular place, regardless of origin. Denizens signify a sense of belonging and community within a specific location, highlighting the diverse inhabitants that populate our world.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #23,355, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.