People who move from one place to another, especially to find work or better living conditions.
From Latin 'migrare' meaning to move from one place to another. The term entered English in the 17th century, originally describing animal movements, later applied to human population movements.
The word carries different emotional weights depending on context - 'migrant workers' sounds economic, while 'migrants' alone can sound more precarious or temporary. This linguistic sensitivity reflects how word choice shapes public perception of human movement and belonging.
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