
Resident
Permanent Basis
Use 'resident' to emphasize living in a place for a long time, unlike a visitor.

After five years in Paris, he's now officially a resident.
Not Always Citizens
'Resident' doesn't mean the person is a citizen; they simply live there.

Despite being a resident of Italy, she holds a Brazilian passport.
Legal Context
In legal situations, being a resident can affect your rights and obligations.

As a resident, you are eligible to vote in local elections.
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CitizenDenizenDwellerHouseholderInhabitantLocalNativeOccupantTenant
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