Outdoors
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /aʊtˈdɔː(ɹ)z/ · Part of speech adverb
Quick meaning: Outdoors is an adverb meaning Not inside a house or under covered structure; unprotected; in the open air.
Meaning
Not inside a house or under covered structure; unprotected; in the open air.
More Meanings
- (often preceded by the) The environment outside of enclosed structures.
- (often preceded by the) The natural environment in the open air, countryside away from cities and buildings.
- third-person singular simple present indicative of outdoor
Example Sentences
They went outdoors to light up their cigarettes.
He won't leave his house: he's afraid of the outdoors.
She loves the outdoors, for its freedom and fresh air.
Synonyms for outdoors
Depending on context, synonyms include alfresco, withoutdoors, open, air, outside, open air.
Antonyms for outdoors
Common opposites include indoors, inside.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include open air, out-of-doors, alfresco, outside, open, air.
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