Definitions

1. noun

A person who has migrated from a traditional or rural area to a city, especially in South Asia or Southeast Asia.

“The urbanization of the country led to a significant increase in the number of hijras, who found better opportunities in the cities.”

2. noun

In some South Asian cultures, a hijra is a person whose gender identity or expression is non-binary or who is a male-to-female trans person.

“The hijra community has been fighting for their rights and acceptance in society for decades.”

3. verb

To migrate, especially from a rural area to a city.

“Many people hijra to cities in search of better education and job opportunities.”