abroad
Translation
overseas, in a foreign country, at large
Examples
She often travels abroad for work.
She often travels abroad for work.
He lived abroad for many years.
He lived abroad for many years.
A rumour is abroad that he has resigned.
A rumor is abroad that he has resigned.
Grammar Patterns
((go/travel/live...)) in or to a foreign country She often travels abroad for work.
((be abroad)) in circulation over a wide area A rumor is abroad that he has resigned.
Similar Words
Synonyms: overseas, internationally; Antonyms: at home, domestically
Etymology
From 'a-' (on) + 'broad'. The original sense was 'out of doors, at large', which evolved to mean 'out of one's country'.
Memory Tips
Think of going 'a broad' distance, across the sea to another country.