1. the process of moving people to a new place to live, especially after they have been forced to leave their homes
2. the establishment of a new settlement or community in a place

Examples

• The government provided assistance for the resettlement of refugees.
• After the flood, the resettlement of displaced families took several months.
• The resettlement program helped victims find new homes and jobs.
• Historical records document the resettlement of pioneers in the western territories.
• International organizations coordinated the resettlement efforts.
• The resettlement of the community was completed by spring.
• Voluntary resettlement programs offered better opportunities for families.