1. people who have been sent or brought back to their own country
Usage: plural form

1. sends or brings someone back to their own country
Usage: third person singular present

Examples

• The government repatriates citizens stranded abroad during emergencies.
• The company repatriates its overseas employees after their assignments end.
• The museum repatriates ancient artifacts to their countries of origin.
• War repatriates often struggle to readjust to life in their homeland.
• The organization helps repatriates find housing and employment.
• Many repatriates face cultural challenges after years abroad.
• The embassy repatriates the remains of citizens who die overseas.