Meaning & Definition of word "Inside"

Inside

/ˈɪn.saɪd/

noun:

  • 1. The inner or internal part of something.
    • Example: The inside of the box was filled with crumpled paper.
  • 2. An area or space located within something else.
    • Example: He looked at the inside of the car, admiring its spaciousness.

adverb:

  • 1. Within the confines or limits of something.
    • Example: The cat is sleeping inside the house.
  • 2. Into or within a space.
    • Example: Please come inside before it starts to rain.
  • 3. Inwardly; internally.
    • Example: I was feeling nervous inside, even though I seemed calm.

preposition:

  • 1. In or within the interior of.
    • Example: She found the keys inside the drawer.
  • 2. During the time period of; within.
    • Example: We need to finish this project inside a week.

Etymology

The word 'inside' comes from the Middle English 'insid', which is a combination of 'in' + 'side'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

inside joke:

A joke understood only by a particular group of people.

inside track:

An advantageous position or advantage in a situation.

inside out:

With the inner surface or part facing outward.

Related Words

interior:

The inner or internal part.

innermost:

The most internal or deepest part.

enclosed:

Surrounded or closed in.

Slang Meanings of inside

Meaning: In the know about something.

Example Sentence: If you’re not inside, you won’t know what's going on.

Meaning: Having access to exclusive information.

Example Sentence: Only the insiders get to hear the big news first.