overstay

Meanings

• verb

  Remaining longer than permitted or desirable, especially past the end of a visa or permit.

  - "He overstayed his visa by two weeks."
  - "The tourists were warned not to overstay their welcome."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with overstay
stay , play , day , may , way

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Variants

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overstay , overstayed , overstaying , overstays , overstay her welcome , overstay his welcome , overstay one's welcome , overstay their welcome

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Etymology

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The term 'overstay' comes from the Old English term 'oferstāwan' which means 'to abide or dwell longer than is proper or desirable'.

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Trivia

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1. Did you know that overstaying a visa in the United States can result in fines, denial of entry, or even deportation?

2. In some countries, overstaying a visa can lead to legal consequences, including fines and even imprisonment.

3. The term 'overstay' is often used in the context of immigration and travel, but it can also be used metaphorically to describe staying in a situation longer than intended.

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Related Concepts

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1. visa overstay: Refers to staying in a country beyond the validity period of a visa.

2. permit overstay: Refers to staying in a restricted area beyond the permitted time.

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Culture

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Overstaying can have cultural and historical significance in various contexts, such as in immigration policies and travel regulations. In literature, the concept of overstaying has been used metaphorically to describe characters who remain in a situation longer than they should, leading to negative consequences.

How to Memorize "overstay"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize the image of a clock running out of time, representing the end of a permitted stay. Imagine yourself staying beyond that time.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'overstay' with the concept of exceeding a limit or staying beyond what is allowed.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Over Stays Allowed?' to remember the meaning of the word.

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