brain drain

brain drain

noun

Definition of BRAIN DRAIN

: the departure of educated or professional people from one country, economic sector, or field for another usually for better pay or living conditions

Examples of BRAIN DRAIN

1. Nothing has been done to stop the brain drain as more and more doctors move away from the area.

First Known Use of BRAIN DRAIN

1963

Rhymes with BRAIN DRAIN

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