The phrase "former occupant" refers to a person who used to live or occupy a particular place, but does not currently reside there anymore. Full definition
Yet, none of the other former occupants of that office is under probe, let alone trial. (punchng.com)
The few pieces of physical art — including a site - specific painting by Luc Tuymans and a photograph by Isa Genzken — looked as though they'd been abandoned by former occupants in a rapid evacuation. (artnews.com)
The DA's slot opened after former occupant Kathleen Rice won election to Congress. (madelinesingas.com)