Alien
/ˈeɪliən/
Definitions
- (n.) A person who is not a naturalized citizen of the country in which they reside.
The government enacted new laws affecting the rights of aliens.
- (adj.) Relating to a foreign country or nation; not native.
Alien property rights are governed by international treaties.
Forms
- aliens
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Commentary
In legal contexts, 'alien' specifically denotes non-citizen status and should be used precisely to avoid ambiguity with general foreignness.
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