citizen

Definition

  • noun: a person who legally belongs to a country and has the rights and protection of that country
  • noun: an inhabitant of a city or town
  • synonyms: burgess, burgher, cit

Examples

  • I've been treated like a 'second-class citizen'. [=someone who is not given the same rights as other people]

  • She was a United States 'citizen' but lived most of her life abroad.

  • programs/activities for 'senior citizens'

Movie quotes

  • (..) If you're riding into our town under the company of armed men, you'll need to state your business. Mayhem. The sheriff judged the riders to be upstanding, God-fearing citizens. The marshals decided to practice their quick draws with each other. Thank you for dealing with an unfortunate situation. (..)
    2016 TvShow: Westworld Title: Trace Decay Season: 1 Episode 8