1. people who leave their native country to settle permanently in another country
Usage: plural of emigrant; often used in historical or demographic contexts

Examples

• Many Irish emigrants sailed to America during the 19th century.
• The emigrants left their homeland in search of better economic opportunities.
• Historical records document the waves of emigrants who departed from European ports.
• These emigrants established new communities in their adopted country.
• The government offered assistance programs for emigrants relocating abroad.
• Thousands of emigrants were processed through the immigration station each year.