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Definition occupant in British English

occupant

noun
1

someone who uses a room, building, area of land, seat, bed, or other place during a period of time

Example

All of the current occupants have lived in the building for a long time.

Example

The occupants of the second car suffered minor injuries.

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2

a person who has a particular job or position

Example

The last occupant of the throne fled the country.

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Definition occupant in British English