right of return

noun

A principle guaranteeing an individual the right to reenter their country of citizenship or origin.

Meanings

nounthe right of return (plural rights of return)

plural rights of return

  1. international lawA principle guaranteeing an individual the right to reenter their country of citizenship or origin.
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