Migrant Worker
/ˈmaɪɡrənt ˈwɜrkər/
Definitions
- (n.) A person who moves from one place to another, especially across borders or regions, to perform temporary or seasonal work, often in agriculture, construction, or other labor-intensive industries, typically lacking permanent employment status.
The migrant worker traveled seasonally to harvest crops in several states.
Forms
- migrant worker
- migrant workers
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Commentary
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