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denizen

1 of 1noun
/ˈdɛnɪzən/
Forms:denizens
1

a animal or plant that lives in or has been naturalized to a particular region

  • The European starling, introduced in the 19th century, is now a familiar denizen of North American parks.
  • Japanese knotweed has become an invasive denizen along many riverbanks in Europe.
  • After decades of reforestation efforts, the red fox is a common denizen of the reclaimed woodland.
  • The cactus, originally from the Americas, thrives as a denizen of Mediterranean gardens.
  • Otters have returned as denizens of the restored river ecosystem.
2

a resident in a particular place

C2
  • As a longtime denizen of the small coastal town, he knew everyone by name and their life stories
  • The bustling metropolis attracted denizens from all walks of life, creating a vibrant and diverse community.
  • She became a denizen of the local café, spending her afternoons chatting with friends over coffee.
  • The forest was home to various denizens, including deer, rabbits, and squirrels, each playing a role in the ecosystem.
  • The ancient ruins were once inhabited by the denizens of a long-forgotten civilization, leaving behind traces of their existence for archaeologists to uncover.
Synonyms:
inhabitantindwellerdwellerhabitant