Indoors

/ˈɪnˌdɔrz/

Meaning & Definition

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