domicile of residence; non-native resident
Meanings
2 senses · 7 examplesnoun
domicile of residence (as opposed to native domicile)
formalA historical and legal term referring to one's registered place of residence, as distinguished from one's ancestral origin or native domicile (原籍). Commonly used in discussions of ancient Chinese household registration systems.
His domicile of residence is in Guangdong, but his native domicile is Hunan.
In ancient times, the distinction between domicile of residence and native domicile was very important.
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The domicile of residence system was part of ancient Chinese household registration management.
noun
non-native resident; sojourner; outsider residing locally
neutralRefers to a person residing in a place where they do not hold native status or household registration. Can carry neutral or slightly formal connotations, and is often used in historical, administrative, or legal contexts.
As a non-native resident, he did not have voting rights in the locality.
This city has many non-native merchants.
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Non-native residents need to apply for temporary residence permits.
Although he is a non-native resident, he has already lived here for twenty years.