Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

stationed-overseas

Adjective
/ˈsteɪʃənd ˌoʊvərˈsiːz/
Definition
To be assigned to a position in a foreign country, especially in a military context.
Examples
  • The soldier was stationed overseas for two years during his deployment.
  • Families of military members stationed overseas often face unique challenges.
Meaning
Being assigned to a duty location outside one’s home country, often used to refer to military personnel or their families who live abroad for an extended period of time.
Synonyms
  • Assigned abroad
  • Deployed overseas
  • Posted internationally