Foreigner and Familiar

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Foreigner noun - A person who is not native to or known to a community.

Usage example: I can tell by your accent you're a foreigner in these parts

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Familiar is an antonym for foreigner.

Nearby Word: foreign

Familiar noun - Someone who regularly spends time in a particular place.

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Foreigner is an antonym for familiar.

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