Overstay

Pronunciation

• Rhymes: -eɪ

Origin

From - + stay.

Full definition of overstay

Verb

1. (intransitive) To remain present after the agreed or appropriate departure time.
2. (transitive) To remain present beyond the limits of.

Derived terms

• overstay one's welcome

Noun

1. The act of staying too long.
• 2011, Richard M. Stana, Overstay EnforcementFor example, if USCIS approves a change of status or extension of stay for a nonimmigrant, the alien may be authorized to remain in the country beyond his or her original period of admission without qualifying as an overstay.