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Immigrant

/ˈɪm.ɪ.ɡrənt/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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  1. 1

    A person who comes to live permanently in a foreign country.

    "After years of hard work, the immigrant finally became a citizen of her new country."
  2. 2

    A person who moves to another country for better opportunities or to escape difficult conditions.

    "Many immigrants seek refuge from war-torn regions."

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The word 'immigrant' originates from the Latin 'immigrare', meaning 'to move into'. It entered the English language in the late 19th century, reflecting the significant movements of people across borders during that era, particularly in the context of labor and settlement.

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