undocumented

undocumented
   American
   illegal
   Especially referring to Hispanic migrants into the United States working without Green Cards or other permits.

How not to say what you mean: A dictionary of euphemisms. . 2014.

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  • undocumented immigrant — A foreign born person who lacks a right to be in the United States, having either entered without inspection (and not subsequently obtained any right to remain) or stayed beyond the expiration date of a visa or other status. Category: Immigration …   Law dictionary

  • undocumented — /un dok yeuh men tid/, adj. 1. lacking documentation or authentication. 2. lacking proper immigration or working papers. [1880 85; UN 1 + DOCUMENTED] * * * …   Universalium

  • undocumented — adjective a) not having the documents to support a claim b) not having official documentation required to enter, live or work in a country …   Wiktionary

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