Inhabitants

/ɪnˈhæbɪtənts/ noun

Definition

plural of inhabitant; people or animals that live in a particular place

Etymology

From Latin inhabitare 'to dwell in', from in- 'in' + habitare 'to dwell'

Kelly Says

Inhabitants literally means 'those who dwell within' - it's related to 'habitat' and 'habitual.' Every place from tiny islands to massive cities has its unique community of inhabitants!

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