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Overstay Definition & Meaning

overstay
verb
  1. stay too long; "overstay or outstay one's welcome"

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Frequently asked questions

What does overstay mean?
stay too long; "overstay or outstay one's welcome"
What part of speech is overstay?
Overstay is a verb.

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