lazarole

/ˌlæzəroʊl/

Definitions

1. noun

a person who flees from their home, especially as a result of persecution or war

“The refugees were forced to live in a nearby village as lazaroles, struggling to find food and shelter.”

2. noun

a person who is forced to flee their home due to war, persecution, or natural disaster

“The charity organization helped many lazaroles in the refugee camps, providing them with essential supplies.”

Synonyms

  • displaced person
  • refugee

Antonyms

  • resident
  • settler