verb
- to force someone to leave a country, especially someone who is living there illegally
- to behave in a particular way
Usage: formal
Examples
- The government decided to deport the illegal immigrants.
- He was deported back to his home country after his visa expired.
- Immigration officials have the authority to deport foreign nationals who violate the law.
- She deported herself with dignity during the difficult meeting.
- The ambassador deported himself professionally at all times.
- They threatened to deport anyone found working without proper documentation.