noun
Uncommon
deportation
dee-paw-TAY-shuhn
Deportation (noun) means the official act of expelling a foreign national from a country. Example: “The activist group campaigned against the family's deportation.”
noun
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The official act of expelling a foreign national from a country.
"The activist group campaigned against the family's deportation."
"His lawyer is appealing the deportation order."
How to use deportation
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe formal process of removing someone from a country.
Common pairings
deportation order
face deportation
deportation proceedings
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Word forms
- Plural
- deportations
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Etymology
From Middle French déportation, formed from "deport" plus "-ation."
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Rhymes for deportation
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Frequently asked questions
What does “deportation” mean?
The word “deportation” means the official act of expelling a foreign national from a country. In plain terms, the formal process of removing someone from a country.
How do you pronounce “deportation”?
“Deportation” is pronounced dee-paw-TAY-shuhn (/diːˌpɔːˈteɪʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “deportation” in a sentence?
Here is “deportation” used in a sentence: “The activist group campaigned against the family's deportation.”
What part of speech is “deportation”?
“Deportation” is a noun.
Where does the word “deportation” come from?
The word “deportation” comes from Middle French. From Middle French déportation, formed from "deport" plus "-ation.".
Is “deportation” a common word?
“Deportation” is an uncommon word in modern English.
What is the difference between deportation and extradition?
Deportation is the official act of expelling a foreign national from a country, typically for violating immigration or other laws, while extradition is the formal transfer of a person from one country to another specifically to face criminal charges or serve a sentence. Deportation removes someone because of their immigration status, whereas extradition returns someone to face justice.
Who can be subject to deportation?
Deportation applies specifically to foreign nationals, meaning citizens of a country generally cannot be deported from their own nation. It is typically ordered when someone violates immigration law or commits certain other offenses while in a country that is not their own.
What verb form is commonly paired with deportation?
Common phrases include "deportation order," "facing deportation," and "subject to deportation," all reflecting the official, legal nature of the process. The related verb form is "deport," as in "the government deported the individual."
