Dweller

usgb/ˈdwelər/
noun

A person who lives in a specific place.

As city dwellers, we aren't used to the noise of a farm.
Visual representation of "dweller" - A person who lives in a specific place.

Often appears as...

  • city dweller
  • island dweller
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Physical location

Use 'dweller' to emphasize someone's physical habitat or environment.

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Apartment dwellers often face space constraints.
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Identity Context

'Dweller' can reflect part of a person's identity relating to where they live.

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The customs of village dwellers can be fascinating.
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Lifestyle Connotations

'Dweller' may imply certain lifestyles or behaviors associated with a place.

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City dwellers often dine out due to busy lifestyles.
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