abroad

[ uh-brawd ]

adverb

1. in or to a foreign country or countries:

   famous at home and abroad.

   Synonyms: overseas

   Antonyms: at-home

2. in or to another continent:

   Shall we go to Mexico or abroad this summer?

3. out of doors; from one place to another; about:

   No one was abroad in the noonday heat. The owl ventures abroad at night.

   Synonyms: outside, out

4. spread around; in circulation:

   Rumors of disaster are abroad.

   Synonyms: rife, everywhere

5. broadly; widely; far and wide.
6. wide of the mark; in error.

noun

1. a foreign land or lands:

   imports from abroad.

abroad

/ əˈbrɔːd /

adverb

1. to or in a foreign country or countries

adjective

1. (of news, rumours, etc) in general circulation; current
2. out in the open
3. over a wide area
4. archaic.
   in error

Word History and Origins

Origin of abroad¹

First recorded in 1225–75, abroad is from the Middle English word abrod. See a- ¹, broad

Word History and Origins

Origin of abroad¹

C13: from a- ² + broad

Example Sentences

To address this, the research team is expanding their measurement facilities and collaborating with well-equipped research institutions abroad.

From Science Daily

The company has a significant presence abroad, with 26 offices outside the U.S., working with more than 1,000 producers from more than 50 countries.

From Los Angeles Times

Due to its prime location and natural beauty, it has become a popular spot for families, visitors and tourists alike - particularly since the coronavirus pandemic with less people travelling abroad.

From BBC

Its arrival in London marks the first time the watch has travelled abroad since its safe return to the LA Mayer Museum for Islamic Art in 2008.

From BBC

In other words, arming Western adversaries to strike Western targets abroad is something Moscow has been considering.

From BBC

Related Words

• away
• elsewhere
• overseas