Dwellers
ˈdwɛlərz
Definitions
People who inhabit a place.
ˈdwɛlərz
People who live in a particular place.
The dwellers of the island were known for their peaceful nature.
💡 Simply: Dwellers are like the people who call a place home, like the people who live in a neighborhood or a forest. If you live in a house, you are a dweller!
👶 For kids: Dwellers are people who live somewhere!
More Examples
The city's new regulations are designed to protect its dwellers.
The ancient ruins were once home to a forgotten race of dwellers.
How It's Used
"The city's dwellers face high housing costs."
"The forest was home to many nocturnal dwellers."
From Middle English *dweller*, from Old English *dwelian* 'to deceive, delay, remain', related to *dwele* 'delay, error'.
The word 'dweller' has been used since Old English times, initially referring to those who reside or live in a place or region. It was often used in context of describing citizens, communities or even supernatural beings like mythical creatures.
Memory tip
Think of where someone 'dwells' to remember who the 'dwellers' are.
Practice
Word Origin
Root: dwelian