population
Definitions
All the inhabitants of a particular town, area, or country.
A particular section, group, or type of people or animals living in an area or country.
The total number of individuals of a species in a specific habitat or ecosystem.
Examples
The population of the city has grown significantly over the last decade.
Scientists are studying how the local bird population reacts to changes in the climate.
Synonyms
inhabitants residents citizenry populace people community dwellers