stay over
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
To stay overnight in a place other than one's home; to sleep over.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
Mum, can I stay over at a friend's house tomorrow?
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 “stay over” mean?
To stay overnight in a place other than one's home; to sleep over.
Is “stay over” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.