denizen

noun

ˈde-nə-zən How to pronounce denizen (audio)
Definition of denizennext
1
as in lover
someone who regularly spends time in a particular place one of those muscle-bound denizens of the gym

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2
as in resident
one who lives permanently in a place the polar bear is an iconic denizen of the snowy Arctic

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Recent Examples of denizen And in a bizarre flash of insight this Windy City denizen created one of the great warm weather whiskey drinks of our time. — Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 20 June 2026 Today, the Kalshi denizens have raised that number just two points, to 54%. — Shawn Tully, Fortune, 20 June 2026 The result was a jaw-dropping tour through the upcoming sci-fi RPG's storytelling, dialogue, combat tactics, weaponry, stealth modes, companions, and diverse denizens of this astonishingly rich universe. — Jeff Spry, Space.com, 16 June 2026 One country whose denizens have had a particularly enjoyable time in the United States has been Scotland. — Austin Perry Outkick, FOXNews.com, 15 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for denizen
Recent Examples of Synonyms for denizen
  1. lover
  2. resident
  3. fan
  4. inhabitant
  5. familiar
  6. occupant
  7. patron
  8. rat
Noun
  • Guests spill out onto the three-part terrace, with its overhead heaters, barbecue space, and The Cigar Garden, where tobacco lovers can take their pick of Havanas from the humidor and lose themselves in a smoky haze until closing time.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 July 2026
  • For the outdoor lovers the resort offers pickleball and tennis, mountain biking, hiking, climbing, the Arbor Adventure (a 26-element ropes course in the trees), fly fishing, horseback riding, boating, skeet shooting, and more!
    — Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 16 July 2026
Definition of lover
Noun
  • Among Central Valley residents opposition is a little lighter, with 38% strongly opposed and 29% somewhat opposed.
    — Andrew Graham, Sacbee.com, 16 July 2026
  • Many residents have also submitted letters for the commission’s consideration.
    — Dylan Lysen, Kansas City Star, 15 July 2026
Definition of resident
Noun
  • Kris Jenner Kim Kardashian Kylie Jenner Kylie reshared a tribute post from a fan account that posted a video of little Kylie dancing with her grandmother.
    — Alejandra Gularte, Vulture, 16 July 2026
  • The Panini show may act as a tonic to Italian fans after Italy failed to make the tournament for the third World Cup in a row.
    — Max Goldbart, Deadline, 16 July 2026
Definition of fan
Noun
  • These slopes have served as chalkboards for ancient inhabitants, as observation posts for new galaxies and mineral concentrations.
    — Cristina Dorador, The Dial, 14 July 2026
  • In 2015, El Salvador registered one of its most violent years, with 6,656 murders and a homicide rate of 106 per 100,000 inhabitants.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 13 July 2026
Definition of inhabitant
Noun
  • Cats make wonderful friends and, for the witchy folks among us, maybe even familiars.
    — Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 28 Nov. 2025
  • The cast also includes franchise familiars Courteney Cox, Scott Foley, Mason Gooding, and Jasmin Savoy Brown.
    — Alejandra Gularte, Vulture, 31 Oct. 2025
Definition of familiar
Noun
  • Authorities said Wednesday that 16 occupants had been rescued, some with injuries, while one victim was confirmed dead and three others were reported missing.
    — Michael McGough Updated July 16, Sacbee.com, 17 July 2026
  • The driver and sole occupant of the vehicle was later pronounced dead.
    — Jason Green, Mercury News, 15 July 2026
Definition of occupant
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  • The Bucksbaum Award was inaugurated in 2000 by the late Melva Bucksbaum, a patron of the arts and longtime Whitney trustee.
    — News Desk, Artforum, 16 July 2026
  • Russia is increasingly embroiled in its war with Ukraine and not able to send more aid to an island that already owes their former Cold War patron billions of dollars.
    — Patrick Oppmann, CNN Money, 15 July 2026
Definition of patron
Noun
  • Vivani last year said pre-clinical data on the semaglutide implant in rats showed roughly 20% weight loss for over 6 months, with the potential for annual dosing.
    — Annika Kim Constantino, CNBC, 11 July 2026
  • Scabby, the inflatable rat, quickly made an appearance at the site.
    — D. T. Max, New Yorker, 11 July 2026
Definition of rat

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