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migrant

/ˈmaɪɡrənt/
noun★Intermediate
general

A person who moves from one place to another, especially to find work or escape difficult conditions.

The country has strict policies for migrants seeking asylum.

Governments often have rules for people who come from other countries for protection.

Migrant workers often face challenges adapting to a new culture.

People who move for jobs may struggle with language and customs.

💡

The term can be used neutrally or politically, depending on context.

Collocations

migrant workera person who moves to another country for employmentmigrant crisisa situation where many people move suddenly due to conflict or disaster

Synonyms

Antonyms

Related Phrases

migrant caravanphrase
a large group of migrants traveling together
migrant laborphrase
work done by people who move for employment

💡Pro Tip

Neutral Usage

Use 'migrant' in a neutral way to describe movement without judgment.

⚡Gold Rule

Avoid Stereotypes

Be mindful of how the term is used to prevent reinforcing negative stereotypes.

📖Word Origin

From Latin *migrans*, present participle of *migrare* (to move).

📝Usage Notes

The term is often used in discussions about immigration, labor, and human rights. It can carry different connotations depending on political and social contexts.

Word Breakdown

migr-
to move
root
+
-ant
a person who does something
suffix
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