abroad

Adverb · English

Meaning 1

in or to a foreign country or countries

(in or to a foreign country)

Example

They are going abroad for their summer holiday.

Meaning 2

over a wide area; widely

(widely or extensively)

Example

Rumors of the scandal spread abroad throughout the city.

Synonyms

overseas, internationally, in foreign parts, widely, extensively

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