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immigration

noun
/ˌɪmɪˈɡreɪʃən/

Meaning

the action of coming to live permanently in a foreign country

Example Sentences

Immigration policies vary from country to country.

Example Expressions

illegal immigration

Synonyms

migration, settlement, relocation, entry

Antonyms

emigration, deportation

Collocations

immigration policy, immigration law, illegal immigration, mass immigration

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