returnee

American  

[ri-tur-nee, -tur-nee] / rɪ tɜrˈni, -ˈtɜr ni /

noun

1. a person who has returned, as from travels or a long absence.

2. a person returning from overseas duty in the armed forces.

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returnee British  

/ rɪˈtɜːˌniː /

noun

1. a person who returns to his native country, esp after war service

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Etymology

Origin of returnee

An Americanism dating back to 1940–45; return + -ee

Example Sentences

VENICE: The Gondoliers went 29-4 last season and will need strong play from returnee Xander Lippman.

From Los Angeles Times

With opportunities increasingly limited, Alavi encouraged her fellow returnee women to seek out any chance available.

From Barron's

"It's an indescribable feeling, thank God. What can I say? My two young children didn't recognise me, but thank God. I hope it will be alright", Yusef Abu Fahma, another returnee, told AFP.

From Barron's

Payton Montgomery is another returnee from a 28-3 team, but the key player might be Oak Park transfer Delaney White, an All-Southern Section point guard.

From Los Angeles Times

Combined with returnee Troy Wilson, the Bulldogs will have more offensive power.

From Los Angeles Times