English · Greetings & Phrases

come over

/kʌm ˈoʊvər/

[/kʌm ˈoʊvər/]

visit

Beginnerverb

Definition

To come to where someone is, especially to visit their home.

Example

Why don't you come over for dinner tonight?

Why don't you come over for dinner tonight?

Etymology

From 'come' plus 'over', describing movement across to another place.

How & Where It’s Used

Common informal invitation to visit.

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