have over

The phrase "have over" is commonly used to describe inviting someone to one's home, typically for social reasons.

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Definition

B1Everyday Conversation

(informal)To invite someone to your home for a visit or gathering.

Example

We decided to have our friends over for dinner this weekend.
She loves having people over to celebrate special occasions.

C1Informal Communication

(colloquial)To possess compromising information about someone.

Example

He always behaves because she has something over him.
They can't fire her; she has too much over the company.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "have over":

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