Definition

The act of moving back to a place where someone originally came from after having lived somewhere else.

Example

After several years abroad, her remigration to her hometown was a joyful occasion.

Conversation

Have you heard about the concept of remigration?

Yeah, I think it’s when people move back to their homeland, right?

Exactly! It’s interesting how some people feel the need for remigration after living abroad.

I can understand that; sometimes home really calls you back.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Remigration → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "migratio" (from Latin, meaning to move or migrate). The word "remigration" means the act of moving back again, particularly in the context of returning to a previous place after having migrated away.

Memory Tip

Think of 'moving again' — 're-' means again, and 'migratio' means to move. This helps you remember that remigration refers to the act of moving back to a previous location.

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