Meaning & Definition of word "Indoors"

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