Denizen (Noun)
Meaning 1
A plant or animal naturalized in a region; "denizens of field and forest"; "denizens of the deep".
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The coral reef is home to a diverse array of denizens, including parrotfish, angelfish, and sea turtles.
- The forest floor is inhabited by denizens such as squirrels, rabbits, and deer.
- The denizens of the deep ocean, including giant squid and deep-sea fish, are still poorly understood by scientists.
- The park ranger led a tour to spot the denizens of the wetlands, including alligators, herons, and egrets.
- The island's unique ecosystem supports a variety of denizens, including sea lions, seals, and over 200 species of birds.
Hypernyms
Meaning 2
A person who inhabits a particular place.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The denizen of the small town was known for his friendly demeanor and welcoming smile to all newcomers.
- As a denizen of the city, she was accustomed to the sounds of car horns and sirens that filled the air.
- The denizen of the rural village lived a simple life, relying on the land for his livelihood.
- After living in the neighborhood for over 20 years, he was considered a long-time denizen of the community.
- The denizen of the island paradise spent her days lounging on the beach and snorkeling in the crystal-clear waters.
Synonyms
Hypernyms
Hyponyms
- Australian
- Phrygian
- Galilaean
- Asiatic
- Kiwi
- Austronesian
- Nazarene
- Trinidadian
- European
- Villager
- Cottager
- Liver
- Islander
- Landman
- Northerner
- Easterner
- American
- Cottage Dweller
- Westerner
- Occupant
- Borderer
- Occidental
- Landsman
- Landlubber
- Plainsman
- Occupier
- Philistine
- Aussie
- New Zealander
- Earthling
- Galilean
- Resident
- Earthman
- Numidian
- Alsatian
- Hittite
- Island-dweller
- Tellurian
- Marcher
- Asian
- Latin