deportation
Pronunciation
/ˌdipɔɹˈteɪʃən/

Definition & Meaning of "deportation"in English

Deportation
01

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

Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Abstract
Composition
Compound
Uncountable
Plural form
deportations
Examples
The authorities ordered the deportation of illegal immigrants.
02

the action of expelling a person from their native country

Examples
The rebel faced deportation after defying government orders.
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