occupant
OK-yuu-puhnt
Occupant (noun) means a person who lives in, uses, or is present in a place. Example: “The previous occupant left the flat spotless.”
noun
1
A person who lives in, uses, or is present in a place.
"The previous occupant left the flat spotless."
"All occupants of the car were wearing seatbelts."
How to use occupant
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomeone who lives in or is present in a particular place.
Common pairings
sole occupant
previous occupant
car occupant
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Word forms
- Plural
- occupants
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The previous _____ left the flat spotless.
Etymology
From Latin occupans, present participle of occupare, "to seize, take possession of".
Synonyms
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Frequently asked questions
What does “occupant” mean?
The word “occupant” means a person who lives in, uses, or is present in a place. In plain terms, someone who lives in or is present in a particular place.
How do you pronounce “occupant”?
“Occupant” is pronounced OK-yuu-puhnt (/ˈɑ.kjə.pənt/ in IPA).
How do you use “occupant” in a sentence?
Here is “occupant” used in a sentence: “The previous occupant left the flat spotless.”
What is another word for “occupant”?
Words with a similar meaning to “occupant” include occupier.
What part of speech is “occupant”?
“Occupant” is a noun.
Where does the word “occupant” come from?
The word “occupant” comes from Latin. From Latin occupans, present participle of occupare, "to seize, take possession of".
Is “occupant” a common word?
“Occupant” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C1 level.
