Meaning of the word stay in English

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

stay

US /steɪ/

UK /steɪ/

remain in the same place or position

Example:

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Please stay here until I return.

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The dog will stay if you tell him to.

Synonym:

remain abide linger tarry wait

continue in a specified state or condition

Example:

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I hope you stay well.

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The door wouldn't stay shut.

Synonym:

remain continue endure persist

a period of staying in a place

Example:

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We had a pleasant stay at the hotel.

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Her stay in Paris lasted for two months.

Synonym:

visit sojourn residence stopover