outdoor

adjective

out·​door ˈau̇t-ˌdȯr How to pronounce outdoor (audio)
ˈau̇t-ˈdȯr
variants or less commonly outdoors
ˈau̇t-ˌdȯrz,
ˈau̇t-ˈdȯrz How to pronounce outdoor (audio)
1
: of or relating to the outdoors
2
a
: performed outdoors
outdoor sports
b
: outdoorsy
an outdoor couple
3
: not enclosed : having no roof
an outdoor restaurant

Examples of outdoor in a Sentence

an outdoor picnic is always at the mercy of the weather, of course
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The outdoor egg hunt is for participants age 10 and younger. Kari Barnett, Sun Sentinel, 11 Apr. 2025 Minor hail damage to outdoor objects is possible. Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 11 Apr. 2025 So, introducing Rays pitchers to an outdoor park with lots of wind gusts might take some getting used to. John Romano, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 Apr. 2025 Irvine Company has renovated the building over the years, updating the conference center and outdoor workspace, and enhancing the fitness center with resort-style locker rooms. Jennifer Van Grove, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for outdoor

Word History

Etymology

out (of) door, out (of) doors

First Known Use

1748, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of outdoor was in 1748

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Cite this Entry

“Outdoor.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/outdoor. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.

Kids Definition

outdoor

adjective
out·​door ˌau̇t-ˌdō(ə)r How to pronounce outdoor (audio)
-ˌdȯ(ə)r
variants also outdoors
-ˌdō(ə)rz How to pronounce outdoor (audio)
-ˌdȯ(ə)rz
1
: of or relating to the outdoors
an outdoor setting
2
: done outdoors
outdoor games
3
: having no roof and walls
an outdoor theater

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