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sojourner

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun sojourner has 1 sense
  1. sojourner - a temporary resident
    --1 is a kind of
    resident, occupant, occupier
    Derived form: verb sojourn1

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Sojourner

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition

A sojourner refers to a person who temporarily resides in a particular place.

Senses

Sense 1:

A person who stays temporarily in a foreign country

Example sentence: The sojourner immersed herself in the local culture during her trip to Japan.

Sense 2:

A person who temporarily resides in a specific place without intending to establish permanent residence

Example sentence: The nomadic tribe oftentimes functioned as sojourners, moving from one location to another.

Usages

Popular Usage:

In popular usage, a sojourner is often associated with someone who travels extensively and experiences diverse cultures.

Example sentence: With her passion for adventure, Stephanie has become a sojourner, exploring the world one country at a time.

Local Usage:

In a local context, the term sojourner may refer to someone who temporarily resides in or visits a specific local area.

Example sentence: During the summer months, our town welcomes numerous sojourners who come to enjoy the beautiful beaches.

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