When should you use residence vs. residents? Examine their meanings and learn when to use residence or residents in a sentence.
Define resident. resident synonyms, resident pronunciation, resident translation, English dictionary definition of resident. n. 1. One who resides in a particular place permanently or for an extended period, as: a. A diplomatic official residing in a foreign seat of government.
resident (plural residents) A person, animal or plant living at a certain location or in a certain area.
The residents of a house or area are the people who live there.