migrate — to move from one place to another, especially seasonally
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to move from one place to another, especially seasonally
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈmaɪɡreɪt/
Example Sentences
- My laptop decided to migrate all my important files to the Bermuda Triangle of hard drives.
- Many people migrate to warmer countries during retirement.
- Whales migrate thousands of miles every year, probably because they can't afford plane tickets.
migrate
VERB[/ˈmaɪɡreɪt/]
to move from one place to another, especially seasonally
The birds migrate from the cold region to a warmer land.
Many families migrated to the growing frontier town. (MOVE + NEW PLACE = MIGRATE)
They migrate, navigate, and cultivate a better future.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'migrare' meaning 'to move from one place to another' or 'to depart.' The word entered English through Old French and has been in use since the 16th century.
Breakdown
migr- (Latin root meaning 'to move') + -ate (verb suffix) = migrate
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📝Examples
“My laptop decided to migrate all my important files to the Bermuda Triangle of hard drives.”
“Many people migrate to warmer countries during retirement.”
“Whales migrate thousands of miles every year, probably because they can't afford plane tickets.”
“The company plans to migrate to a cloud-based system next year.”
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