Meaning & use
nonresident
A person who does not live permanently in a particular place, especially for tax or legal purposes.
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As a nonresident, she paid a different tuition rate at the state university.
The hotel offers a discounted rate to nonresident guests.
A note on using this word
Frequently used in tax law and university admissions, where residency status affects fees and obligations.
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