The stay
Example: Stay refers to period spent at accommodation
Definition
"The stay" refers to the period of time someone spends at a place of accommodation, such as a hotel or guesthouse. It encompasses the duration from arrival until departure and is commonly used in the hospitality industry to describe a guest's visit.
Etymology
The phrase "the stay" originates from the Old English word 'stæġ,' which meant a dwelling or shelter. Over time, it evolved to specifically denote the act or period of remaining in a place. Did you know? The word 'stay' has roots related to stopping or remaining, which perfectly fits its current use in hospitality contexts.
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"The stay" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Hospitality - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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