Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

deportee

noun

[dee-pawr-tee]

Definition

A person who is expelled or removed from a country, often for legal reasons.

Examples

The government issued a deportation order for the deportee who overstayed his visa.
Many deportees experience hardships upon returning to their home countries.

Meaning

A deportee is someone who has been forced to leave a country, typically due to violations of immigration laws or other legal issues. This term is commonly used in contexts involving immigration enforcement and human rights.