Meaning & Definition of word "Indoors"

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    Indoors

    /ˈɪnˌdɔrz/

    adverb:

    • 1. Within a building; inside.
      • Example: We decided to stay indoors during the rain.
    • 2. In an enclosed space, often implying protection from the weather.
      • Example: The children played indoors while their parents prepared dinner.
    • 3. Activity or events taking place inside a building.
      • Example: She prefers to exercise indoors rather than outside.
    • 4. Referring to the interior part of a place.
      • Example: The museum had many exhibits displayed indoors.
    • 5. Used generally to describe any situation occurring within structures.
      • Example: The conference will take place indoors due to the heatwave.

    Etymology

    From 'in' + 'doors', referring to being inside the doors of a building.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    stay indoors:

    To remain inside a building.

    indoors and outdoors:

    Referring to both inside and outside spaces.

    bring the outdoors indoors:

    To incorporate outdoor elements into indoor spaces.

    Related Words

    inside:

    The inner part of something.

    interior:

    The inner or central part of something.

    Slang Meanings of indoors