unregistered resident; unlicensed business
Meanings
2 senses · 6 examplesnoun
unregistered resident; person without a household registration
neutralRefers to individuals or families not officially registered with the local government, often due to migration, birth outside family planning policies, or other administrative issues. This status can lead to difficulties accessing public services like education and healthcare.
He is an unregistered resident in the village, and even going to school is a problem.
Among these migrant populations, many are unregistered residents.
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After policy adjustments, some unregistered residents can now apply for household registration.
noun
unlicensed business; underground shop
informalRefers to businesses operating without the required official license or permit. Such entities often avoid taxes and regulations and may be engaged in informal or illegal economic activities.
There are many unlicensed shops selling pirated discs on that street.
This small workshop is an unlicensed business and could be shut down at any time.
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The industry and commerce authorities recently cracked down on a batch of unlicensed food businesses.