Meaning of the word "asylum seeker" in English

What does "asylum seeker" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

asylum seeker

US /əˈsaɪ.ləm ˌsiː.kɚ/
UK /əˈsaɪ.ləm ˌsiː.kə/
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Noun

a person who has left their home country as a political refugee and is seeking asylum in another

Example:
The government is reviewing the applications of every asylum seeker.
Many asylum seekers cross the border in search of safety.