outdoors

out-doors · adverb

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Definitions

adverb

  1. 1.

    (adverb) In or into the open air; outside a building.

  2. 2.

    (noun, with "the") The world outside buildings; the open air, especially in natural surroundings.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    the great outdoors — wild, natural areas away from cities
  • •
    enjoy the outdoors — spend time in nature

Related words

Antonyms: indoors
See also: indoors, nature, outdoor, outside
Synonyms: in_the_open, outside

Etymology

From out + doors, plural of door, meaning "outside the doors."