Definition

A person who lives together with someone else in a romantic or domestic relationship without being married.

Example

They have been cohabitants for several years and are very happy together.

Conversation

Did you hear about Sarah's new cohabitant?

Yeah, I saw them moving in last weekend!

I wonder how they will get along as cohabitants.

Me too! It should be interesting to see how they manage.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Cohabitant → It is formed from "co-" (meaning together) and "habitare" (meaning to dwell or live). The word describes a person who lives together with another, typically in a domestic setting.

Memory Tip

Think of people 'living together' — 'co-' means together, and 'habitare' means to dwell.

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