re?lo?cate (r-l
k
t)
v. re?lo?cat?ed,?re?lo?cat?ing,?re?lo?cates
v.tr.
To move to or establish in a new place:?relocated the business.
v.intr.
To become established in a new residence of place of business:?relocated in Brazil.
re
lo?ca
tion n.


Note that there is no mention of duration or permanence in the above definition. I could relocate to the kitchen table for breakfast, and, rest assured, I fully intend to relocate myself back to the USA when I’m good and ready.