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staycation

n. countable
B2 Upper Intermediate

n. a holiday spent in your home country, or even at home, instead of travelling abroad. It is a mix of the words 'stay' and 'vacation'.

n. a holiday spent in one's home country rather than abroad, or a period of leisure spent at home. A portmanteau of 'stay' and 'vacation'.


SIMPLE

We are planning a relaxing staycation this summer.

CONTEXTUAL

Instead of flying to Europe, the family decided on a staycation to explore local museums and parks.

COMPLEX

The rise of remote work has encouraged more people to opt for a staycation, allowing them to enjoy local attractions without the stress of international travel.

Origin

The noun is a blend of stay (at home) + vacation. The verb is derived from the noun.

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