displace

verb C1

Meaning

To displace means to remove or shift something from its usual or proper position, often resulting in a change of location or status; this term is frequently applied in contexts such as sociology, environmental science, and economics, where it denotes the
💡 While "displace" often implies a forced or involuntary action, it is important to distinguish it from similar terms like "relocate," which may suggest a voluntary movement.

Example Sentences

Rising sea levels displace coastal communities , causing significant social challenges .
The new factory may displace many local workers in town .
The new policy may displace many workers in the industry .

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