Abroad

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Pronunciation Definitions Examples Grammatical Forms Origin and Evolution

Pronunciation: /əˈbrɔd/

Definitions of abroad

adverb in or to a foreign country or countries

Example Sentences

Examples of abroad in a Sentence

formal Studying abroad can provide students with valuable international experience.

informal I love traveling abroad to explore new cultures and cuisines.

slang My friend is always jetting off to party abroad.

figurative The idea of starting a new business is like venturing abroad into uncharted territory.

Grammatical Forms of abroad

past tense

went

plural

abroads

comparative

more abroad

superlative

most abroad

present tense

go

future tense

will go

perfect tense

have gone

continuous tense

is going

singular

abroad

positive degree

abroad

infinitive

to go abroad

gerund

going abroad

participle

abroad

Origin and Evolution of abroad

First Known Use: 1200 year
Language of Origin: Middle English
Story behind the word: The word 'abroad' originated from Middle English, derived from the combination of the prefix 'a-' meaning 'on' or 'in' and 'broad' meaning 'wide' or 'far'.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'abroad' has evolved to refer to a foreign country or overseas location, rather than just a wide or far-reaching area.