layover

/ˈleɪoʊvər/

Definitions

1. noun

A period of time spent waiting for a connection between flights, especially when there is a delay or a change of planes.

“The traveler was stuck with a layover in Chicago due to bad weather.”

2. verb

To have a layover, especially in the context of air travel.

“The flight was supposed to be non-stop, but they had to layover in a different city.”

3. noun

A period of time spent in a place, especially when traveling.

“The couple had a layover in Paris on their way to Rome.”

Synonyms

  • halt
  • pause
  • stopover

Antonyms

  • direct flight
  • non-stop