1. people who stay in a place for only a short time, especially those without permanent homes
2. temporary guests or visitors who stay briefly at hotels or other accommodations
3. brief electrical surges or disturbances in power systems
Usage: technical; electrical engineering

Examples

• The shelter provides meals for transients passing through the city.
• Many transients gather in the downtown area during winter months.
• The hotel caters mainly to transients rather than long-term guests.
• Business travelers are often transients who stay just one or two nights.
• The electrical system was damaged by transients during the storm.
• Power transients can harm sensitive electronic equipment.
• The city has programs to help transients find permanent housing.