Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
lay-over
noun
/ˈleɪ ˌoʊvər/
Definition
A lay-over is a period of waiting or staying at an airport between flights.
Examples
- We had a long lay-over in Atlanta before our flight to New York.
- Due to the lay-over, we explored the airport shops and restaurants.
Meaning
It usually refers to the time you spend at an airport during a stop in travel before continuing to your final destination.
Synonyms
- stopover
- break
- interim
