What does “outstation” mean?

Outstation in the Singlish dictionary: what it means, where it comes from and how it’s said.

outstation

adjectiveEnglish

Away from home on a work trip, overseas or out of town.

“He’s outstation in Jakarta this week.”

What does “outstation” mean in Singlish?

Away from home on a work trip, overseas or out of town. It’s an adjective.

Where does “outstation” come from?

From English. Other Singlish words from English include milo dinosaur, on, open the light and oredi.

How do you use “outstation” in a sentence?

“He’s outstation in Jakarta this week.”

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