Meaning & Definition of word "Interior"

Interior

/ɪnˈtɪəriər/

noun:

  • 1. The inner or internal part of something.
    • Example: The interior of the house was beautifully decorated.
  • 2. The central or most important part.
    • Example: The interior of the debate focused on climate change.
  • 3. The region within a country, as opposed to the coastal areas.
    • Example: They decided to take a trip to the interior of the country for a change of scenery.

adjective:

  • 1. Of or relating to the inside or inner part.
    • Example: She is responsible for the interior design of the office.
  • 2. Situated farther in from the outer surface or boundary.
    • Example: The interior walls of the cave were covered in ancient drawings.

Etymology

From Latin 'interior', meaning 'inner', comparative of 'inter', meaning 'between'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

interior design:

The art or practice of designing the interior decoration of a room or building.

interior monologue:

A narrative mode that attempts to capture a character's inner thoughts.

interior ministry:

A government department responsible for domestic affairs.

Related Words

interiorize:

To incorporate or integrate internal thoughts and feelings.

interiority:

The quality or state of being interior or internal.

Slang Meanings of interior

Meaning: Refers informally to a person's emotional or mental state as being 'in the interior'.

Example Sentence: He's been in a really deep interior lately, just lost in thought.