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urbanite; city dweller

NounSino-Korean: 市民

  1. 1

    urbanite; city dweller

    A resident living in a city.

    Korean definition: 한 도시 안에 살고 있는 사람.

    • The area around the Han River was crowded with Seoul residents out for a walk.

    • The City of Seoul decided to extend subway operating hours during the holidays for the convenience of its residents.

  2. 2

    citizen

    A person who has rights and obligations defined by the law of a country as a citizen of the country.

    Korean definition: 한 나라의 국민으로서 그 나라의 법에 규정된 권리와 의무를 가진 사람.

    • The National Assembly levies taxes on citizens according to their income.

    • There was a constant stream of citizens coming to the polling station to vote in the presidential election.