outdoors

noun
UK: /ˌaʊtˈdɔːz/
US: /ˌaʊtˈdɔːrz/

  1. The open air or space outside buildings.

    1. We love to play outdoors when the weather is nice.
    2. They spent the whole day outdoors, enjoying the sunshine and fresh air.

Synonyms

outside nature
outdoors adverb

  1. Away from buildings; in the open air.

    1. We ate outdoors, enjoying the view.
    2. The concert was held outdoors, under a beautiful night sky.

  2. Relating to activities done outside.

    1. She enjoys outdoors activities like hiking and camping.
    2. They sell outdoors equipment and clothing for all weather conditions.
outdoors adjective

  1. Relating to the open air or nature.

    1. We have an outdoors swimming pool.
    2. He is an outdoors type of person, always eager for adventure.

  2. Located or suitable for use outside.

    1. This is an outdoors light; it's waterproof.
    2. They organize outdoors events such as picnics and barbecues.

Frequently Asked Questions

The phonetic transcription of "outdoors" is /ˌaʊtˈdɔːz/ in British English and /ˌaʊtˈdɔːrz/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "outdoors": outside, nature.

Example usage of "outdoors": "We love to play outdoors when the weather is nice.". More examples on the page.