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im-i-GRAYSHUN/ˌɪmɪˈɡreɪʃn/

Immigration is coming to live in another country (usually uncountable). Immigrant is the person (already in the dictionary). Emigration is leaving your country; migration is wider. Do not write “immigrations” for the topic. Colleges run drop-ins on student immigration rules.

Meaning

The process of coming to live in a country that is not your own (usually uncountable).

Examples

• “The college runs a drop-in on student immigration rules.”
• “Immigration policy changed the visa length, which is the official sense.”

Good to know

Usually uncountable: immigration. Person: an immigrant. Opposite direction: emigration. Wider: migration. Student visas / Home Office.

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