diaspora

Meanings

• noun

  The scattering or dispersal of a people from their original homeland.

  - "The Jewish diaspora dates back over 2,500 years."
  - "The Indian diaspora is the largest in the world."

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Pronunciation

1. /daɪˈæspəɹə/
   
   
   
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Variants

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diaspora , diasporas , diasporic , the Diaspora

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Etymology

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From the Greek word 'diaspora' meaning 'scattering' or 'sowing'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'diaspora' is most commonly associated with the Jewish people, but it can apply to any community that has been displaced from its original homeland.

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Related Concepts

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1. exile: The forced removal of a people from their homeland.

2. immigration: The process of moving to and settling in a new country.

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Culture

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The diaspora refers to the communities and networks formed by people who have been displaced from their original homeland. It often involves the preservation and transmission of cultural traditions, as well as the creation of new hybrid cultures.

How to Memorize "diaspora"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a map with people scattered from their original homeland to various parts of the world.

2. associate
   

   - Think of the word 'scattering' or 'sowing' to remember the meaning of diaspora.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym 'Diaspora' to remember 'Displaced Individuals and their Ancestral Traditions Overseas'.

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