Inhabit

/ɪnˈhæbɪt/

Meaning & Definition

verb

To live in or occupy a place.

Many species of birds inhabit this region during the summer.

To exist or be present in a particular environment or situation.

The spirit of the old woman is said to inhabit the house.

To dwell in or occupy a space.

Some rare insects inhabit the dense forest floor.

To populate or fill with residents.

The city is inhabited by a diverse group of people from different cultures.

From Latin inhabitat-, inhabitare, from in- 'in' + habitat- 'having a home'.

inhabitant

A person or animal that inhabits a place.

inhabited land

Land that is occupied, usually by people.

inhabit every corner

To exist in all parts of a space.

habitat

The natural home or environment of an animal, plant, or other organism.

inhabitation

The act of inhabiting; residence.

inhabitant

A person or animal that lives in a particular place.

To chill or hang out in a place.

We just inhabit the coffee shop every weekend.

To fully engage or be immersed in an environment.

He really inhabits the vibe of the city.