Semigration

noun

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Noun
  1. 1
    The movement of a person or persons within the same country or national region, for the purpose of permanent relocation of residence. South-Africa, uncountable

    "Semigration – where South Africans move between provinces - has overtaken emigration as a key driver for house sales in SA's largest metros, according to property data compiled by FNB."

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"Semigration – where South Africans move between provinces - has overtaken emigration as a key driver for house sales in SA's largest metros, according to property data compiled by FNB."

Etymology

semi- + emigration.

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