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transient

Transient describes someone or something that is temporary or staying for a short amount of time. (adjective)

An example of transient is the short duration of the hurricane season in Florida.

A transient is someone who is just passing through somewhere or isn't staying long. (noun)

An example of transient is a honeymoon couple staying at a resort.

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See transient in Webster's New World College Dictionary

See transient in American Heritage Dictionary 4

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