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réfugié

refugee

noun reh-fyoo-ZHYEH Rare

Usage Note

réfugié refers to someone who has fled their country due to war, persecution, or disaster. The feminine form is réfugiée. The related verb se réfugier means 'to take refuge' or 'to seek shelter'.

Examples

"Le réfugié a demandé l'asile politique."

Natural Translation

The refugee applied for political asylum.

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