Townspeople (noun)

The people who live in a particular town or city.

Origin:

19th century: a compound of 'town' and 'people'.

Examples:

1. The townspeople were shocked by the sudden arrival of the army.
2. The townspeople gathered in the square to celebrate their independence.
3. The townspeople voted overwhelmingly to keep the factory from being built.
4. The townspeople had mixed feelings about the proposed changes to the town center.
5. The townspeople were proud of their heritage and the traditions passed down through generations.