diaspora
noun
Usually Diaspora. the scattering of the Jews from the ancient kingdoms of Israel and Judah following the dissolution of those kingdoms and Babylonian captivity.
diasporas
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pluralof diaspora.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Excitement for the global soccer spectacle has progressively waned as countries with large diasporas in the city -- like Mexico and Egypt -- have been ejected.
From Barron's ● Jul. 19, 2026
But there were more than enough day-ones and die-hards in the crowd to keep the party going - including thousands from different diasporas.
From BBC ● Jun. 28, 2026
Gambling has long been a fixture in Black diasporas in America, cherished and bemoaned in equal parts, going back to the 18th century.
From Salon ● Feb. 8, 2026
Canada, home to one of the world's largest Ukrainian diasporas, is a vocal supporter of Kyiv.
From Reuters ● Sep. 17, 2023
“These are small countries and they’re large diasporas, so you’re going to have a big effect,” Bahar said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 3, 2023
