Word: Stay Over
Definition:
"Stay over" is a phrasal verb that means to sleep at someone else's house for one night, usually after a party or a visit.
Usage Instructions:
You can use "stay over" when talking about spending the night at a friend's house or when you invite someone to spend the night at your place. It is often used in informal situations.
Example Sentence:
"The boy's friends were allowed to stay over after the birthday party."
Advanced Usage:
In more advanced contexts, "stay over" can also be used to describe staying at a hotel or other accommodation, but it typically refers to a casual sleepover with friends or family.
Word Variants:
- "Sleepover" is a noun that means a party where friends stay overnight. - "Stayed over" is the past tense of "stay over."
Different Meaning:
While "stay over" generally refers to sleeping at someone else’s place, it can also imply remaining in a location for a longer period, but this is less common.
Synonyms:
- Sleepover - Spend the night - Overnight stay
Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:
- "Crash at someone's place": This is an informal way to say you are going to sleep at a friend's house, often unexpectedly. - "Put someone up": This means to provide someone with a place to stay, usually temporarily.
Example in a Conversation:
- A: "Can I stay over at your house tonight?"
- B: "Sure!