overseas

1 of 2

adverb

over·​seas ˌō-vər-ˈsēz 

: beyond or across the sea

lived overseas for a time

overseas

2 of 2

adjective

over·​seas ˈō-vər-ˌsēz 

1

: of or relating to movement, transport, or communication over the sea

an overseas liner

2

: situated, originating in, or relating to lands beyond the sea

overseas installations

overseas immigrants

Examples of overseas in a Sentence

Adverb

The troops were sent overseas.

Recent Examples on the Web

Adverb

Good news for arthouse filmmakers and companies overseas with the launch of a new U.S. distributor for international movies: Room 8 Films. —Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 18 July 2024

Universal is handling domestic distribution duties, while Warners International has overseas. —Pamela McClintock, The Hollywood Reporter, 17 July 2024

Adjective

The bizarre circumstances of Barter’s disappearance (she was last seen getting on a plane for an overseas holiday) are closely reviewed, but the human resonance of the still-unexplained loss of a mother, teacher, and friend is deeply felt in every episode. —Clarissa Schmidt, Vogue, 17 July 2024

Powell, 43, appeared in 11 games for the Heat in 2008, with an extensive overseas career, as well. —Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 16 July 2024

Word History

First Known Use

Adverb

1533, in the meaning defined above

Adjective

1678, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing overseas

• overseas cap

Kids Definition

overseas

adverb or adjective

over·​seas

-ˈsēz,

-ˌsēz

: beyond or across the sea