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outside

Dictionary definition · outside

noun

  1. the region that is outside of something
  2. the outer side or surface of something

adjective

  1. relating to or being on or near the outer side or limit"an outside margin"
  2. coming from the outside"extraneous light in the camera spoiled the photograph"
  3. originating or belonging beyond some bounds"the outside world"
  4. located, suited for, or taking place in the open air"outdoor clothes"
  5. functioning outside the boundaries or precincts of an organized unit"extramural hospital care and treatment"
  6. leading to or from the outside"an outside door"
  7. from or between other countries"external commerce"
  8. unlikely to occur"an outside chance"

adverb

  1. outside a building"in summer we play outside"
  2. on the outside"outside, the box is black"

Similar words

exterioralfrescoout of doorsoutdoorsexternalextraneousout-of-dooroutdoorinternationalremote

Source: Open English WordNet (CC BY 4.0).