Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

deportation

noun

/ˌdiːpɔːrˈteɪʃən/

Definition

The act of removing a person from a country, typically because they are not legally allowed to be there.

Examples

The deportation of undocumented immigrants has been a contentious issue in many countries.
After living in the country for years, he faced deportation due to a minor criminal offense.

Meaning

Deportation occurs when a government officially expels a foreign national from its territory, usually due to illegal immigration or a violation of the terms of their stay.