Definition

A person who lives away from the coast or the sea, typically in the interior of a country.

Example

As an inlander, she often traveled to the coast for vacations.

Conversation

Have you ever met an inlander who prefers the city over the coast?

Actually, I know a few people like that; they love the energy of urban life.

Right? I guess being an inlander doesn't mean you have to love the beach.

Exactly! Some people just enjoy the hustle and bustle more.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Inlander is formed from "in-" (meaning within) and "land" (from Old English "land", meaning ground or territory). The word refers to someone who lives within a particular land or territory, especially one that is not coastal or near a body of water.

Memory Tip

Think of someone living 'within' ('in-') a specific 'land' — that's why an 'inlander' is a person who resides in the interior of a country.

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