Meaning of the word inhabiting in English

What does inhabiting mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

inhabiting

US /ɪnˈhæb.ɪt.ɪŋ/
UK /ɪnˈhæb.ɪt.ɪŋ/

Verb

living in or occupying a place or environment

Example:
The indigenous tribes were inhabiting these lands for centuries.
We saw many different species of fish inhabiting the coral reef.