emigration
/,emi'greiʃn/
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Definition
- Noun:
- The act of leaving one's own country to settle permanently in another: "Emigration" refers specifically to the process of departing from one's native land or country of origin with the intention of establishing a new, permanent residence in a different nation.
- The body of people who emigrate: It can also refer collectively to the group of individuals who leave a country during a specific period.
Examples of Usage
- Noun:
- The 19th century saw a wave of emigration from Ireland to the United States.
- Her emigration was motivated by the search for better economic opportunities.
- The country's policy changes led to an increase in emigration.
Advanced Usage
- "Emigration from": Used to specify the country of origin.
- Emigration from the region has slowed in recent years.
- "Emigration to": Used to specify the destination country.
- There was significant emigration to Canada after the new law passed.
Variants and Related Words
- Emigrant (n): A person who emigrates.
- The emigrants boarded the ship with hope for a new life.
- Emigrate (v): The action of leaving one's country to live in another.
- They decided to emigrate for a fresh start.
Synonyms
- Exodus: A mass departure of people.
- Out-migration: Movement out of a particular region or country.
Related Phrases
- Emigration policy: Government rules concerning people leaving the country.
- The government is reviewing its emigration policy.
- Emigration rate: The statistical measure of people leaving a country.
- The nation's emigration rate has been steadily rising.
Noun
- migration from a place (especially migration from your native country in order to settle in another)