migration (B2)
noun
Pronunciation: /maɪˈɡreɪʃən/
Definition
The movement of people from one place to another with the intention of settling, temporarily or permanently.
Examples
The annual migration of wildebeest across the Serengeti is a spectacular natural event.
Many people leave their home countries in search of better economic opportunities, leading to significant international migration.
Understanding the historical patterns of human migration helps us learn about the spread of cultures and languages.
How to Use migration
- migration from (prepositional phrase)
- Indicating the place of origin for a movement. — "The study focused on migration from rural areas to urban centers."
- migration to (prepositional phrase)
- Indicating the destination of a movement. — "There has been a significant migration to coastal cities in recent decades."
- seasonal migration (collocation)
- Movement that occurs at specific times of the year. — "The seasonal migration of birds is a key indicator of changing weather patterns."
- human migration (collocation)
- The movement of people. — "Understanding human migration is key to addressing global demographic shifts."
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