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Definition of nonresidency

nonresidency

/ˌnɑːnˈrɛzɪdənsi/
(UK: non-residency)
non · res · i · den · cy
Plural:nonresidencies
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Adjective:nonresident
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nonresidency Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The state, fact, or legal status of not residing permanently in a particular place, jurisdiction, or institution, especially with respect to tax liability, voting rights, or university tuition rates.

Example

"To qualify for the tax exemption, the applicant had to provide official documentation proving her nonresidency in the state during the fiscal year."

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• Nearby Words

nonrenewable
nonrenewal
nonresidence
nonresidency
nonresident
nonresidential
nonrespondent

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Nonresidency. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/nonresidency
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