Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

remigration

noun
/ˌriːˈmaɪɡreɪʃən/
Definition
The act or process of migrating back to a former place, particularly after having moved away.
Examples
  • After several years abroad, she considered remigration to her hometown.
  • The remigration of families has increased due to the improving conditions back home.
  • Government policies can impact rates of remigration among expatriates.
Meaning
Remigration refers to the return of individuals or groups to their original home after a period of migration to another location.
Synonyms
  • return migration
  • repatriation
  • back-migration