Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
immigrant-worker
Noun
/ˈɪmɪɡrənt ˈwɜːrkər/
Definition
A person who comes to a country from another country to work, typically in a job that may not require high levels of education or training.
Examples
- The construction industry often relies on immigrant workers to fill labor shortages.
- Many immigrant workers play a crucial role in the agriculture sector, harvesting crops during peak seasons.
- She became an immigrant worker after moving to the United States in search of better job opportunities.
Meaning
An immigrant worker is someone who has moved to a new country with the intention of seeking employment to improve their quality of life or support their family.
Synonyms
- foreign laborer
- migrant worker
- overseas worker