relocation

[ree-loh-key-shuhn]

noun

1. the act or process of moving to a different place.

   The company’s relocation overseas would result in the loss of over 300 jobs.

   Will I receive reimbursement for the expenses associated with my relocation to Chicago?

Word History and Origins

Origin of relocation¹

re- ( def. ) + location ( def. )

Example Sentences

The conservancy “should be attempting every possible alternative before resorting to their eradication,” Hahn said, pointing to expanded hunting seasons, relocation and sterilization.

From Los Angeles Times

Among the many buildings damaged by Tuesday's earthquake was a relocation site for survivors of Haiyan.

From BBC

It said that intensified military action, and the forced relocation of already fragile civilian populations would make the famine in Gaza "significantly more severe".

From BBC

In 2021, a petition in Delhi's high court sought Shankar's relocation to a sanctuary with other African elephants.

From BBC

The government is unable to calculate the total cost of a secret relocation plan it set up following the Afghan data leak, the public spending watchdog has said.

From BBC