Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
evacuee
noun
/ˌiːvəˈkjuːiː/
Definition
A person who has been removed from a dangerous area to a safer location.
Examples
- The evacuees were provided shelter in a nearby community center.
- Many evacuees received assistance from local charities after the flood.
- The government organized buses to transport the evacuees to safer areas.
Meaning
The term ‘evacuee’ refers to someone who has been evacuated from a place that is under threat, often due to natural disasters, military conflicts, or other emergencies. Evacuees are typically moved to safer regions until the danger has passed.
Synonyms
- refugee
- displaced person
- survivor
