Citizen (noun)

1. A legally recognized subject of a state or nation who owes allegiance to its government and is entitled to its protection.
2. A member of a state or nation who has the rights and privileges of citizenship.

Origin:

Late middle english (in the sense "inhabitant of a city"): from old french citisen, from latin cives, literally "fellow countryman," from civis "townsman.".

Examples:

1. Every citizen has the right to vote.
2. The meeting was attended by concerned citizens.
3. She was a loyal and dedicated citizen.
4. His actions showed him to be a true citizen of the world.
5. The town's citizens gathered for a parade on the Fourth of July.