Denizening: meaning, definitions and examples
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denizening
[ dəˈnɪzənɪŋ ]
legal status
Denizening refers to the process or condition of becoming a denizen, which is a person who is a permanent resident in a country or area. It often involves gaining rights similar to those of a citizen, typically for non-citizens or foreigners.
Synonyms
citizenship, permanent residency, residency.
Examples of usage
- The new immigration law simplifies the denizening process.
- He enjoyed the benefits of denizening after his application was approved.
- Denizening can lead to better access to public services.
- Many expatriates pursue denizening to establish a more permanent home.
Translations
Translations of the word "denizening" in other languages:
🇵🇹 marinização
🇮🇳 समुद्रीकरण
🇩🇪 Marineisierung
🇮🇩 marinisasi
🇺🇦 морська адаптація
🇵🇱 marinezacja
🇯🇵 海洋化
🇫🇷 marinisation
🇪🇸 marinización
🇹🇷 denizleşme
🇰🇷 해양화
🇸🇦 تحويل بحري
🇨🇿 marinizace
🇸🇰 marinizácia
🇨🇳 海洋化
🇸🇮 marnizacija
🇮🇸 sjávarvæðing
🇰🇿 теңіздеңгейлеу
🇬🇪 მოსაზღვრული
🇦🇿 dənizləşmə
🇲🇽 marinización
Etymology
The term 'denizen' originates from the Middle English word 'denizun', derived from the Anglo-French 'denizen', which in turn comes from the Latin 'deinensis' meaning 'of the country'. The word was historically used in English to denote a foreigner who is granted certain rights and privileges, particularly the right to live and work in a country where they are not a native. Over time, the concept of denizening has evolved to encompass various legal statuses that allow non-citizens to establish residence and participate in civil life. The use of the term reflects the changing landscapes of immigration and citizenship laws, as societies navigate the balance between national identity and inclusivity.