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