migrant

noun
UK: /ˈmaɪ.ɡrənt/
US: /ˈmaɪ.ɡrənt/

  1. A person who moves from one place to another, especially to find work or better living conditions.

    1. The migrant worker picked fruit.
    2. Many economic migrants seek opportunities in wealthier countries for better jobs and a higher standard of living.

  2. An animal that moves from one place to another, especially for breeding or feeding.

    1. The migrant birds fly south.
    2. Scientists are tracking migrant butterflies to understand the impact of climate change on their routes and populations.

Synonyms

immigrant emigrant nomad traveler
migrant adjective

  1. Relating to people who move from place to place, especially to find work.

    1. Migrant workers need help.
    2. Migrant communities often face unique challenges in accessing healthcare and education.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "migrant" in English means: A person who moves from one place to another, especially to find work or better living conditions., An animal that moves from one place to another, especially for breeding or feeding..

The phonetic transcription of "migrant" is /ˈmaɪ.ɡrənt/ in British English and /ˈmaɪ.ɡrənt/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "migrant": immigrant, emigrant, nomad, traveler.

Example usage of "migrant": "The migrant worker picked fruit.". More examples on the page.