right of asylum

noun

1. the right of refugees to protection or nonextradition in a country or its embassy.

2. the right of a nation to extend such protection.

Word History and Origins

Origin of right of asylum¹

First recorded in 1855–60

Example Sentences

Immigrant advocates complained that CBP One was glitch-prone and reduced the right of asylum to a lottery.

From Los Angeles Times

Immigrant advocates say CBP One is glitch-prone and reduces the right of asylum to a lottery while forcing migrants into a dangerous waiting game.

From Los Angeles Times

"We must stop illegal departures and human trafficking," Ms Meloni said, but stressed that she does not intend "to question the right of asylum for those fleeing wars and persecutions".

From BBC

"We do not intend in any way to question the right of asylum for those fleeing wars and persecutions," she told the lower house of parliament.

From BBC

"We do not intend in any way to question the right of asylum for those fleeing war and persecution."

From Reuters