verb
- to expel (a foreigner) from a country, typically on the grounds of illegal status or for having committed a crime
- to conduct oneself in a specified manner; to behave
Usage: third person singular present tense of ‘deport’
Usage: formal; reflexive use
Examples
- The government deports illegal immigrants who have committed serious crimes.
- Immigration officials deport individuals who overstay their visas.
- The country deports foreign nationals who pose security threats.
- She deports herself with dignity at formal events.
- He always deports himself professionally in business meetings.
- The ambassador deports herself gracefully during diplomatic functions.