Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

remittance-man

Noun

/rəˈmɪtəns mæn/

Definition

A remittance-man is a person, typically from a wealthy background, who lives abroad and receives regular money transfers from their family or relatives in their home country.

Examples

After graduating, he became a remittance-man, enjoying life in a foreign country while his family supported him financially.
Many remittance-men are seen as affluent expatriates who rely on their families for ongoing financial support.