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Outstay Definition & Meaning

outstay
verb
  1. stay too long; "overstay or outstay one's welcome"
  2. surpass in staying power; "They outstayed their competitors"

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Frequently asked questions

What does outstay mean?
stay too long; "overstay or outstay one's welcome" surpass in staying power; "They outstayed their competitors"
What part of speech is outstay?
Outstay is a verb.
How many definitions does outstay have?
Outstay has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (verb).

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