outermost — Located at the greatest distance from the center or middle; farthest out or most external. The extreme outer position or layer of something.
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: Located at the greatest distance from the center or middle; farthest out or most external. The extreme outer position or layer of something.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈaʊtərˌmoʊst/
Example Sentences
- My mom always checks the outermost pockets of my backpack where I hide my snacks.
- The outermost seats in the movie theater are always empty because nobody wants a neck cramp.
- Scientists study the outermost atmosphere to understand climate change.
outermost
ADJECTIVE[/ˈaʊtərˌmoʊst/]
Located at the greatest distance from the center or middle; farthest out or most external. The extreme outer position or layer of something.
Located at the greatest distance from the center or middle; farthest out or most external. The extreme outer position or layer of something.
At the outermost edge, she tries her utmost—almost there!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old English 'uter' meaning 'outer' or 'external', combined with the superlative suffix '-most'. The word evolved through Middle English to describe the position that is furthest from the center or inside.
Breakdown
outer (comparative form of 'out') + -most (superlative suffix meaning 'furthest' or 'extreme')
🎵Rhyme
📝Examples
“My mom always checks the outermost pockets of my backpack where I hide my snacks.”
“The outermost seats in the movie theater are always empty because nobody wants a neck cramp.”
“Scientists study the outermost atmosphere to understand climate change.”
“The castle's outermost walls were designed to withstand enemy attacks.”
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