expatriate
|ex/pa/tri/ate|
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/ɛksˈpeɪtriˌeɪt/
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/ɛksˈpætriət/
living abroad
Etymology
'expatriate' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'expatriare,' where 'ex-' meant 'out of' and 'patria' meant 'native country.'
'expatriare' transformed into the French word 'expatrier,' and eventually became the modern English word 'expatriate' through Middle English.
Initially, it meant 'to banish from one's country,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'living outside one's native country.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person who lives outside their native country.
Many expatriates live in the city due to its vibrant culture.
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Verb 1
to send someone out of their native country.
The government expatriated the dissident for his views.
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Adjective 1
living outside one's native country.
She has an expatriate lifestyle, moving from country to country.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40