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Meaning of stopover
A stopover refers to a stop or break in a journey, typically for a short period of time.
Etymology of stopover
The word "stopover" originated in the mid-19th century, derived from the words "stop" and "over", likely influenced by the concept of "overnight stop" or a temporary halt during a journey
Historically, the term was used in the context of travel, transportation, and logistics, referring to a scheduled or unscheduled break in a journey
Synonyms
layover
break
pause
halt
interruption
delay
recess
interlude
interval
hiatus
suspension
cessation
stop
stay
sojourn
visit
call
port of call
transit
transfer
connection
detour
diversion
respite
rest
breather
timeout
time out
pit stop
refueling stop
fuel stop
layover stop
stop off
way station
stopping place
stopping point
intermediate stop
midpoint
Definitions
- A stop in a journey, especially one that is planned or scheduled
- A place where someone or something stops, especially on a journey
- A temporary stay or break in a journey, often for rest or refueling
Usage Examples
- The flight had a stopover in London before continuing to New York
- We had a stopover in Paris on our way to Rome
- The bus made a stopover at the rest stop for 15 minutes
Antonyms
continuation
nonstop
uninterrupted
unbroken
continuous
ongoing
straight
direct
non-stop
unceasing
incessant
relentless
uninterrupted
unrelenting
persistence
perseverance
steadiness
continuity
flow
progression
advancement
headway