Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

bird-of-passage

noun

/ˈbɜːrd əv ˈpæsɪdʒ/

Definition

A person who travels frequently or moves from one place to another, often for a temporary stay.

Examples

The expatriate community in the city is filled with bird-of-passage, always moving to the next new opportunity.
As a bird-of-passage, she finds it hard to settle down in one place for too long.

Meaning

The term ‘bird-of-passage’ typically refers to someone who migrates or relocates, usually in search of better opportunities or experiences, similar to migratory birds that travel vast distances.