ask over
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
To invite (someone) to come to one's house or other place.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
Why don't we ask the Smiths over for dinner?
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “ask over” mean?
To invite (someone) to come to one's house or other place.
Is “ask over” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.