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resident

[ˈrɛzɪd(ə)nt]

resident Definition

  • 1a person who lives somewhere permanently or on a long-term basis
  • 2a doctor who is receiving specialized training in a hospital, usually after completing an internship

Using resident: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "resident" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The residents of the apartment complex complained about the noise.

  • Example

    She has been a resident of this town for over 20 years.

  • Example

    The hospital has several residents working in different departments.

resident Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for resident

Antonyms for resident

Phrases with resident

  • a person who has the right to live permanently in a particular country

    Example

    He became a permanent resident of Canada after living there for five years.

  • a foreign national who is legally permitted to live and work in a country but is not a citizen of that country

    Example

    The company sponsored his visa, allowing him to work in the US as a resident alien.

  • a senior doctor who supervises and trains other doctors in a hospital

    Example

    She was appointed chief resident of the cardiology department.

Origins of resident

from Latin 'resident-' meaning 'remaining'

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Summary: resident in Brief

A 'resident' [ˈrɛzɪd(ə)nt] is a person who lives somewhere permanently or on a long-term basis. It can also refer to a doctor receiving specialized training in a hospital. Examples include 'The residents of the apartment complex complained about the noise.' and 'The hospital has several residents working in different departments.' Phrases like 'permanent resident' and 'resident alien' denote legal status, while 'chief resident' refers to a senior doctor who supervises others.

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