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abroad

1 of 2adverb
/əˈbrɔd/
1

in or traveling to a different country

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  • They plan to travel abroad next summer to explore Europe.
  • He went abroad for business and returned with new ideas.
  • Many students study abroad to experience different cultures.
  • We usually go abroad for a week in May to escape the routine.
  • The company sent several employees abroad for the conference.
2

over a large area or in various directions, often referring to dispersion or spread

  • After the storm, debris was found scattered abroad across the landscape.
  • The seeds were planted abroad to ensure a wide coverage of the field.
  • Leaves were scattered abroad in the yard.
  • The fire quickly spread abroad, affecting nearby houses.
  • Papers were scattered abroad on the floor.
3

outside, away from home, or outside one's usual place of residence

  • In ancient times, few people ventured abroad from their warm homes.
  • He doesn't go walking abroad at night due to the safety concerns.
  • She felt a deep connection to nature when walking abroad in the fields.
  • The idea of traveling abroad during winter seemed daunting to many.
  • Not many dared to wander abroad after the heavy snowfall.
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4

in error or deviation, often referring to incorrect ideas or actions

  • The teacher's explanation went abroad, confusing the students instead of clarifying the topic.
  • His assumptions were abroad, leading him to make several mistakes in the report.
  • The theory presented was abroad, and many experts disagreed with it.
  • Her reasoning was abroad, causing confusion among the group.
  • The solution he suggested was abroad, missing the real issue entirely.