Looking for the meaning of the word OUTSIDE in English for both noun and verb forms from the Oxford Dictionary? Below, you can explore all possible meanings and definitions of OUTSIDE with sentence examples. You can also use the “AUDIO PRONUNCIATION” track to check the correct pronunciation in British English.
Word: Outside
Speech Type: Noun
ˌaʊtˈsʌɪd
ˈaʊtsʌɪd
the external side or surface of something
Short Definition:external side or surface
Examples:- record the date on the outside of the file
the external appearance of someone or something
Short Definition:external appearance
Examples:- was he as straight as he appeared on the outside?
Word: Outside
Speech Type: Adjective
ˌaʊtˈsʌɪd
ˈaʊtsʌɪd
situated on or near the exterior or external surface of something
Short Definition:situated on or near outside
Examples:- Anne put the outside lights on
not belonging to or coming from within a particular group
Short Definition:not belonging to particular group
Examples:- the use of outside contractors will speed up the process
Word: Outside
Speech Type: Preposition
ˌaʊtˈsʌɪd
ˈaʊtsʌɪd
situated or moving beyond the boundaries or confines of
Short Definition:situated beyond boundaries of
Examples:- there was a boy outside the door
- Vincennes is just outside Paris
- I stepped outside the marquee for a breather
beyond the limits or scope of
Short Definition:beyond limits or scope of
Examples:- the switchboard is not staffed outside normal office hours
Word: Outside
Speech Type: Adverb
ˌaʊtˈsʌɪd
ˈaʊtsʌɪd
not within the boundaries or confines of a place
Short Definition:situated beyond boundaries of place
Examples:- the dog was still barking outside
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