stay

US /ste/

UK /steɪ/

A1

verb

  • To keep trying without giving up
  • To remain in the same place and not move away
  • To spend time visiting a place or someone's home

noun

  • Legal order to stop or delay an action
  • Strong rope or wire that supports a ship's mast
  • Period of time spent living in or visiting a place

Examples

Alex stayed behind when the others had gone. She failed her exam, and had to stay on at school for another year.

We did a lot of walking during our stay.