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expat

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Expat (noun) means someone living abroad for a while, often for work, training or study.

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Someone living abroad for a while, often for work, training or study.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Etymology

A clipping of expatriate.

Synonyms

exile expatriate

Related words

transport transportation refugee exile deportation outcast expatriate expatriation

Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of expat?

"expat" (noun) means someone living abroad for a while, often for work, training or study.

What is another word for expat?

Other words for "expat" include exile, expatriate.

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