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Definition of layover

layover

/ˈleɪˌoʊvər/
lay · o · ver
Plural:layovers
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layover Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A period of rest or waiting at an intermediate point during a journey, especially between connecting flights or trains.

Example

"We had a four-hour layover in Chicago before boarding our international flight to Tokyo."

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Word Nuance & Usage

The noun is spelled as one word ('layover'), whereas the phrasal verb is spelled as two words ('lay over'). In travel terminology, a 'layover' typically refers to a brief wait between connecting flights (usually under 24 hours), while a 'stopover' often denotes a longer, scheduled stay of a full day or more.

• Nearby Words

layman
layoff
layout
layover
layperson
layup
laywoman

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Layover. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/layover
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