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layover

/leɪˈoʊvər/ noun · British & US
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What does layover mean?

noun

A stop or delay in a journey, especially one caused by a change of planes or trains. A period of time spent in a place, especially one that is not the destination.

Example

"The layover in Chicago was long enough for me to grab a bite to eat and do some shopping."

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