foreign-born
UK: ˈfɒr.ɪn.bɔːn | US: ˈfɔːr.ɪn.bɔːrn
adj. born in a country other than one's current residence or citizenship
adj. relating to or characteristic of individuals born abroad
The compound "foreign-born" combines "foreign" (derived from Old French forain, meaning "outside, external," and ultimately from Latin foris, "outside") with "born" (Old English boren, past participle of beran, "to bear"). The term emerged in English to distinctly describe individuals whose birthplace differs from their current country of residence, reflecting societal distinctions between native and non-native populations. The hyphenated form preserves clarity in meaning, emphasizing the dual-root structure.
The city's workforce includes many foreign-born professionals.
Foreign-born students often face unique cultural challenges.
She is a foreign-born citizen who became a naturalized voter.
Policies affecting foreign-born workers are under debate.
The study compared educational outcomes of native and foreign-born children.