WorldAugust 16, 2026

oustees

OWS-teez

Definition

People who have been displaced or expelled from their homes or land, often due to a government project or development.

Etymology

Derived from the verb 'oust,' which comes from the Old French 'ouster' meaning 'to take away, remove, or eject.' The suffix '-ee' is added to denote the person who is the recipient or subject of the action.

In the news

The article uses the term to describe people displaced by the Tehri Dam project who sought compensation for their rehabilitation. This highlights their legal struggle to receive fair compensation and statutory benefits.

Supreme Court Weekly Roundup: August 03, 2026 To August 09, 2026

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