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Inhabit Definition & Meaning

inhabit
verb
  1. inhabit or live in; be an inhabitant of; "People lived in Africa millions of years ago"; "The people inhabited the islands that are now deserted"; "this kind of fish dwells near the bottom of the ocean"; "deer are populating the woods"
  2. be present in; "sweet memories inhabit this house"
  3. exist or be situated within; "Strange notions inhabited her mind"

"Inhabit" in song lyrics

See how inhabit is used in real songs:

  • "And then find new planets to inhabit"
    Atoms Family — Mystic Madness
  • "Huddled in the gloomy little cracks that they inhabit"
    Brother Ali — Here
  • "geographic, made it possible to inhabit"
    Living Legends f/ Abstract Rude — You Hear About It

Usage tips for "inhabit"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "inhabit" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for inhabit to find words that pair well.

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Frequently asked questions

What does inhabit mean?
inhabit or live in; be an inhabitant of; "People lived in Africa millions of years ago"; "The people inhabited the islands that are now deserted"; "this kind of fish dwells near the bottom of the ocean"; "deer are populating the woods" be present in; "sweet memories inhabit this house" exist or be situated within; "Strange notions inhabited her mind"
What part of speech is inhabit?
Inhabit is a verb.
How many definitions does inhabit have?
Inhabit has 3 definitions across 1 part of speech (verb).

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