Migrant
/ˈmaɪɡrənt/noun
A person who moves from one place to another, especially to find work or better living conditions.
Did you know?The word 'migrant' stems from roots linked to the idea of wandering, highlighting the ancient belief that movement itself can be a form of transformation and rebirth.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
*meiĝ-
“To change or move, often related to the concept of change in location.”
Latin
Latin
migrans
“Present participle of 'migrare', meaning 'to move from one place to another'.”
Old French
Old French
migrant
“One who moves from place to place, especially for work.”
Middle English
Middle English
migrante
“Borrowed from Old French, used to describe those who journey from one location to another.”
Modern English
English
migrant
“A term for individuals who relocate for economic or social reasons, inheriting a rich history of movement and change.”