Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

demigration

noun

/ˌdɛmɪˈɡreɪʃən/

Definition

The act of moving away from a place, particularly in the context of people or groups relocating from one geographic area to another.

Examples

After many years of demigration, the town saw its population shrink significantly.
The demigration patterns in the region indicate a shift towards urban areas.
Demigration can have profound effects on both the origin and destination communities.

Meaning

Demigration refers to the process by which individuals or groups leave one region to live in another. This can occur due to various reasons such as economic opportunities, environmental conditions, or social factors.