Definitions

1. verb

to come into a country to live there, typically permanently or for a long time; to move from one country to another to settle there

“The family decided to immigrate to the United States in search of better job opportunities.”

2. noun

the act of coming into a country to live there, typically permanently or for a long time

“The country’s immigration policies have been a topic of controversy in recent years.”

3. noun

a person who has moved to a country to live there, typically permanently or for a long time

“The immigrant community in the city is known for its diverse cultural events.”