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deportation

1 of 1noun
/ˌdipɔrˈteɪʃən/
Forms:deportations
1

the expulsion of a non-citizen or foreigner from a country, often for being undesirable or violating laws

C2
  • The authorities ordered the deportation of illegal immigrants.
  • Her deportation followed repeated violations of visa regulations.
  • Deportation is commonly applied to those convicted of serious crimes.
  • He faced deportation after overstaying his visa.
  • The government debated stricter deportation policies.
2

the action of expelling a person from their native country

  • The rebel faced deportation after defying government orders.
  • During the political upheaval, many citizens feared deportation.
  • Families were torn apart by sudden deportation policies.
  • Deportation is a legal tool sometimes used in times of crisis.
  • He narrowly avoided deportation through diplomatic intervention.