migratory

/mɪˈɡreɪtɔri/

Definitions

1. adjective

traveling or moving from one place to another at a particular time of year, typically in search of food or more favorable living conditions

“The migratory birds arrived at their wintering grounds in the south.”

2. noun

an animal that migrates, especially a bird

“The migratory species is under threat due to habitat loss and climate change.”

Synonyms

  • migrating
  • nomadic
  • wandering

Antonyms

  • resident
  • sedentary