evacuee

[ih-vak-yoo-ee, ih-vak-yoo-ee]

noun

1. a person who is withdrawn or removed from a place of danger, a disaster area, etc.

Word History and Origins

Origin of evacuee¹

1935–40; < French évacué, past participle of évacuer to evacuate; -ee

Example Sentences

He was told that the Israelis had strictly prohibited evacuees from taking any sand or earth from Gaza.

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The school was designated an evacuation centre, so he'd originally been tasked with helping evacuees.

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The identity of the evacuees was not given.

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It's too much for the police to carry: they already have evacuees and their belongings crammed inside the white van.

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The tale of Sydney, a rescue dog who provided solace and companionship for evacuees from the Eaton fire.

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