Meaning & Definition of word "Outside"

Outside

/ˈaʊtsaɪd/

1. The external side or surface.
- Example: We need to clean the outside of the windows.
2. The area or space beyond a given place.
- Example: He prefers to spend time in the outside rather than indoors.

1. Relating to or occurring in the external environment.
- Example: They are planning an outside wedding.
2. Coming from or relating to a source that is not within a particular place.
- Example: The outside noise was disturbing her concentration.

1. In or to a position away from the inner part or center.
- Example: She stepped outside to enjoy the fresh air.
2. Beyond the limits or bounds.
- Example: The children played outside the fence.

1. At a location that is not within a particular area.
- Example: The dog is waiting outside the door.
2. To the exterior of something.
- Example: The pool is located just outside the house.

Middle English, from the phrase 'out of side'

outside the box:

Thinking creatively, beyond conventional limits.

the outside world:

The world beyond one's immediate environment or experience.

outside looking in:

A perspective of someone who does not belong to a particular group or situation.

outdoors:

Referring to outside or open-air spaces.

outer:

Pertaining to or located on the outside.

outskirts:

The outer parts or fringes of a town or city.

Meaning: To be outside the societal norms or rules.

Example Sentence: She lives life on the outside, not caring about what people think.

Meaning: Referring to being outside in a carefree or rebellious manner.

Example Sentence: That party was wild; we were living outside all night!