exterior — the outer surface or structure of something
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the outer surface or structure of something
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪkˈstɪriər/
Example Sentences
- My neighbor spent more money on his car's exterior than I spent on my entire car!
- The house has a beautiful exterior but the interior is a complete disaster.
- She maintained a calm exterior even though she was panicking inside.
exterior
NOUN[/ɪkˈstɪriər/]
the outer surface or structure of something
the outer surface or structure of something
The exterior gleams bright, but the interior is superior!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'exterior' meaning 'outer' or 'outward,' derived from the comparative form of 'exterus' (external, foreign). It entered English through Old French and Middle English.
Breakdown
Latin 'exter-' (outer) + '-ior' (comparative suffix) = exterior (the outer part or surface)
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My neighbor spent more money on his car's exterior than I spent on my entire car!”
“The house has a beautiful exterior but the interior is a complete disaster.”
“She maintained a calm exterior even though she was panicking inside.”
“The restaurant's exterior looks like a haunted house, but they serve the best pizza in town.”
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