oversea

/ˈɒvərˌsiː/

Definitions

1. noun

a person who lives outside their own country, especially in a foreign country.

“Many overseas students attend our university.”

2. adverb

from or in a foreign country.

“The company operates overseas, with offices in several countries.”

3. adverb

beyond the sea or a particular body of water.

“The lighthouse stands overseas, warning ships of the rocky coastline.”

Synonyms

  • abroad
  • foreign

Antonyms

  • domestic
  • local