expiry
/ɪkˈspaɪəri/ · /ɪkˈspaɪri/
CEFR level B2Topic Daily lifeWord #4400 in the learning path
到期；期满
Definitions
n. The end of the period when something remains valid.
到期；期满
Example
My passport is getting close to its expiry date.
我的护照快到期了。
Travellers should check the expiry date of their passports before making any international travel arrangements.
旅客应在安排任何国际行程之前检查护照的到期日。
Collocations
- expiry date
- on expiry
- expiry of a contract
Word family
- expire (v.)
- expiration (n.)
Synonyms
- expiration
Usage tip
指“到期”而非“逾期”；美式常用expiration。
FAQ
- What does expiry mean?
- The end of the period when something remains valid.
- How is expiry pronounced?
- UK /ɪkˈspaɪəri/, US /ɪkˈspaɪri/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
