Abroad

/əˈbrɔːd/

Meaning & Definition

adverb

In or to a foreign country or countries.

She has been studying abroad in France for a year.

Outside one's own country.

Traveling abroad can be a great way to experience new cultures.

Overseas.

He often travels abroad for work.

In circulation or use in the external world.

There are many rumors abroad about the company’s future.

Middle English, from Old English 'abroda' (in the open, outside), from 'a' (on) + 'broda' (broad).

Study abroad

To go to another country to study.

Travel abroad

To travel to a foreign country.

Live abroad

To reside in a foreign country.

international

Related to or conducted between two or more nations.

expatriate

A person who lives outside their native country.

Out of town

I’m going to be out of town for a few weeks, traveling abroad.

Jet set

He’s always jet-setting abroad for business.