Meaning of the word "bird of passage" in English

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

bird of passage

US /ˌbɝːd əv ˈpæs.ɪdʒ/

UK /bɜːd əv ˈpæs.ɪdʒ/

a person who travels a lot or often changes their place of residence or work

Example:

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He's a true bird of passage, never staying in one city for more than a year.

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My aunt has always been a bird of passage, moving from country to country.

Synonym:

nomad wanderer migrant rover drifter