Meaning of the word "sleep over" in English

What does "sleep over" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

sleep over

US /ˈsliːpˌoʊ.vər/
UK /ˈsliːpˌoʊ.vər/
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Phrasal Verb

1.

to stay the night at a friend's or relative's house

Example:
My daughter is going to sleep over at her friend's house tonight.
We used to sleep over at our grandparents' house every summer.

Noun

1.

an occasion when a child or young person stays for the night at a friend's or relative's house

Example:
My daughter is having a sleepover with her friends this weekend.
The girls had a fun sleepover, staying up late and telling stories.
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