deportation
noun
Pronunciation: /ˌdiːpɔːrˈteɪʃən/
Definition
The legal act of expelling a person from a country, typically someone who is not a citizen.
Examples
The court hearing focused on whether the grounds for his deportation were legally sufficient.
Many families live in constant fear of sudden deportation if their residency status is revoked.
The new policy aims to streamline the process of deportation for individuals who have overstayed their visas.
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