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overseas

Located in or relating to a foreign country across the sea. / To or in a foreign country across the sea.
AdjectiveAdverb

This term specifically emphasizes the crossing of an ocean or sea, though in modern usage it is often used broadly to mean any foreign country. It carries a connotation of significant distance and a distinct change in environment or jurisdiction.

When used as an adverb, it functions similarly to "abroad" but is more common in business and official contexts, such as "overseas markets" or "overseas investment." Unlike "abroad," which can be used with the preposition "to" (e.g., "go abroad"), "overseas" is typically used without a preposition when functioning as an adverb (e.g., "travel overseas").

Meanings

Adjective

Located in or relating to a foreign country across the sea.

overseas trade

Examples

The company is looking to expand its overseas operations.

The company is looking to expand its overseas operations.

Business

I have always dreamed of studying overseas.

I have always dreamed of studying overseas.

School Life

She works for an overseas branch of the bank.

She works for an overseas branch of the bank.

Office

Do you have any overseas experience?

Business

I wonder what it would be like to live overseas.

I wonder what it would be like to live overseas.

The shipment was delayed due to overseas shipping issues.

The shipment was delayed due to overseas shipping issues.

Business

He is currently traveling overseas for a month.

He is currently traveling overseas for a month.

Travel

We need to attract more overseas tourists this summer.

We need to attract more overseas tourists this summer.

Travel

My brother is stationed overseas with the army.

My brother is stationed overseas with the army.

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