squatter

Meanings

• noun

  A person who occupies land or a building without the owner's permission.

  - "The squatter refused to leave the property even after being served an eviction notice."
  - "Despite being a squatter, John had lived in the abandoned mansion for over a decade."

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Pronunciation

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with squatter
ratter , matter , quatter , scatter

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Variants

List of all variants of squatter that leads to same result
squatter , squattered , squattering , squatters , squat , squatly , squatness , squatnesses , squattest , squatter sovereignties , squatter sovereignty

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

Originally derived from the Old English word 'scite' meaning 'dwelling place' or 'site'. Over time, it came to refer to someone occupying land without permission.

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Trivia

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1. In some countries, squatting is a legal right known as 'adverse possession'.

2. Squatting has been practiced throughout history, with records dating back to ancient Rome.

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Related Concepts

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1. homelessness: Squatting is often associated with homelessness and lack of affordable housing.

2. trespassing: Squatting can be considered a form of trespassing, depending on the specific circumstances and local laws.

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Culture

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Squatting has been a topic of debate in literature and art, often portraying squatters as rebels or outcasts. In some cases, squatting has been romanticized as a form of resistance against societal norms.

How to Memorize "squatter"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a person living in an abandoned building without permission from the owner.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'squatter' with the idea of someone occupying land or a building without permission.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic using the acronym SQUATTER: Someone Quite Unlawfully Taking And Threatening Real Estate.

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