Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

immigrancy

Noun
/ˈɪmɪɡrənsɪ/
Definition
The state of being an immigrant; the condition of having immigrated to a new country.
Examples
  • The immigrancy of many individuals contributed to the cultural diversity of the city.
  • Policies affecting immigrancy play a crucial role in a nation’s demographics.
Meaning
Immigrancy refers to the situation where a person has moved from one country to another, usually to live there permanently or for a long term.
Synonyms
  • Migration
  • In-migration