Outside

/ˈaʊtsaɪd/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The external side or surface.

We need to clean the outside of the windows.

The area or space beyond a given place.

He prefers to spend time in the outside rather than indoors.

adjective

Relating to or occurring in the external environment.

They are planning an outside wedding.

Coming from or relating to a source that is not within a particular place.

The outside noise was disturbing her concentration.

adverb

In or to a position away from the inner part or center.

She stepped outside to enjoy the fresh air.

Beyond the limits or bounds.

The children played outside the fence.

preposition

At a location that is not within a particular area.

The dog is waiting outside the door.

To the exterior of something.

The pool is located just outside the house.

Middle English, from the phrase 'out of side'

outside the box

Thinking creatively, beyond conventional limits.

the outside world

The world beyond one's immediate environment or experience.

outside looking in

A perspective of someone who does not belong to a particular group or situation.

outdoors

Referring to outside or open-air spaces.

outer

Pertaining to or located on the outside.

outskirts

The outer parts or fringes of a town or city.

To be outside the societal norms or rules.

She lives life on the outside, not caring about what people think.

Referring to being outside in a carefree or rebellious manner.

That party was wild; we were living outside all night!