refugee
Pronunciation
Noun
A2 Elementary
Quick answer
A person forced to leave their own country because of war, persecution, or disaster.
Usage notes
"Refugee" implies someone who has crossed a border to escape danger, distinct from a person displaced within their own country.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The camp provided food and shelter for thousands of _____."
Answer: refugee
In your own words, what does "refugee" mean?
A person forced to leave their own country because of war, persecution, or disaster.
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