Definition

A person or animal that lives in a particular place or region, often used to describe residents or inhabitants.

Example

The denizens of the forest include many unique species of plants and animals.

Conversation

Have you ever met a local denizen of that park we always walk through?

No, I haven't! Are there really people who spend that much time there?

Yeah, some of them are like regulars, always chatting with each other.

That sounds fun! I should try to talk to a few of them next time.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To make someone a resident or citizen of a place, often by granting them rights to live there.

Example

The city council decided to denizen the new immigrants, allowing them to settle permanently.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear they're planning to denizen more people in the city?

Yeah, I heard that! It could really change the vibe around here.

I wonder how many new residents they'll actually denizen this year.

Root Explanation

Denizen → It originates from the Old French word 'denizen' (meaning inhabitant or resident), which itself comes from the Latin 'deinensis' (meaning of a place). The word 'denizen' refers to an inhabitant or resident of a particular place.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who is an 'inhabitant' of a place — that's what a denizen is, someone who resides there.

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