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Migrate

UK //maɪˈɡreɪt//US //maɪˈɡreɪt//

Definition

To move from one region or habitat to another, especially regularly.

In simple words: To move from one place to another, often in search of better living conditions.

Examples

  • Birds migrate south for the winter to find warmer climates.
  • Many people choose to migrate to urban areas for better job opportunities.
  • The company decided to migrate its data to a new server for improved security.
  • Animals migrate thousands of miles during their seasonal journeys.
  • We should plan how to migrate our application to the new system.

Usage notes

Commonly used in discussions about animals, people, or systems that move locations for various reasons. Not typically used in everyday conversation outside of these contexts.

Grammar pattern

migrate + object

Memory hint

Think of 'migrate' as 'my-great' journey to find a better place.

Collocations

  • migrate to
  • migrate from
  • migrate birds
  • migrate data

Synonyms

  • move
  • travel
  • transfer
  • shift
  • wander

Antonyms

  • stay
  • settle

Common mistakes

  • Confused with 'immigrate' which refers specifically to entering a new country.
  • Using 'migration' as a verb instead of the correct form 'migrate'.