outdoor — existing, happening, or done outside rather than inside a building
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: existing, happening, or done outside rather than inside a building
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈaʊtdɔːr/
Example Sentences
- My grandmother insists that outdoor exercise keeps her young, but I think it's actually her daily chocolate habit.
- The outdoor concert was amazing until it started raining and everyone became part of an unexpected water park.
- Many schools are incorporating more outdoor learning experiences into their curricula.
outdoor
ADJECTIVE[/ˈaʊtdɔːr/]
existing, happening, or done outside rather than inside a building
The family enjoys an outdoor picnic under the tall pine trees.
Leave indoor comfort, step through the door to outdoor adventure!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Outdoor is a compound word formed from Old English 'ut' (out) and 'duru' (door), literally meaning 'outside the door.' The term evolved from this spatial description to denote activities, spaces, or conditions situated in the open air rather than indoors.
Breakdown
out- (away from inside) + door (entrance/threshold) = outdoor. The compound originally described anything positioned beyond a doorway, eventually generalizing to mean 'in the open air or external environment.'
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📝Examples
“My grandmother insists that outdoor exercise keeps her young, but I think it's actually her daily chocolate habit.”
“The outdoor concert was amazing until it started raining and everyone became part of an unexpected water park.”
“Many schools are incorporating more outdoor learning experiences into their curricula.”
“The outdoor furniture needs to be weather-resistant and durable.”
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