Definition of repatriation

repatriationnoun

sự hồi hương

/ˌriːˌpætriˈeɪʃn//ˌriːˌpeɪtriˈeɪʃn/

The word "repatriation" has its roots in the Latin words "re" meaning "again" and "patria" meaning "fatherland" or "native land". In the 16th century, the term "repatriation" referred to the return of a person to their native country or homeland after being abroad, often due to circumstances such as war, exile, or colonization. Over time, the term broadened to include the return of goods, cultural artifacts, or even natural resources to their original country of origin. Today, repatriation is often used in the contexts of international relations, diplomacy, and humanitarian efforts, referring to the process of returning people, assets, or artifacts to their country of origin, often following a period of displacement, conflict, or exploitation. Throughout its history, the word "repatriation" has maintained its core meaning of "return to one's native land", adapting to new contexts and applications while retaining its fundamental significance.

Summary
type danh từ
meaningsự hồi hương, sự trở về nước
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the act of sending or bringing somebody back to their own country

hành động gửi hoặc đưa ai đó trở về đất nước của họ

Example:
  • the repatriation of refugees

    sự hồi hương của người tị nạn

  • a voluntary repatriation programme for foreign nationals

    chương trình hồi hương tự nguyện cho người nước ngoài

  • If someone dies abroad, insurance may not cover the repatriation of their body.

    Nếu có người tử vong ở nước ngoài, bảo hiểm có thể không chi trả cho việc hồi hương thi hài của họ.

the act of sending money or profits back to your own country

hành động gửi tiền hoặc lợi nhuận trở về nước mình

Example:
  • the repatriation of profits

    việc hồi hương lợi nhuận

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