Word
outdoor
Phoneticsout·door, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈaʊtˌdɔɹ/
UK/aʊtdˈɔː/
Definition
adj. happening or used outside, not inside a building.
adj. situated in, designed for, or carried on in the open air rather than within an enclosed structure.
Examples
“We bought some new outdoor furniture for the patio.”
“The city organizes several outdoor concerts during the summer months when the weather is warm.”
“While the museum houses most of its collection inside, several large-scale bronze sculptures are displayed in the outdoor courtyard to take advantage of natural light.”
Examples
simple
“We bought some new outdoor furniture for the patio.”
contextual
“The city organizes several outdoor concerts during the summer months when the weather is warm.”
complex
“While the museum houses most of its collection inside, several large-scale bronze sculptures are displayed in the outdoor courtyard to take advantage of natural light.”
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “outdoor” in context.
Verb
01. enjoy outdoor
“Many families enjoy outdoor activities like cycling and picnicking during the summer.”
verb + adj
02. prefer outdoor
“I usually prefer outdoor seating when the weather is warm and sunny.”
verb + adj
Adjective
03. great outdoor
“He has always loved the great outdoor life and spends every weekend hiking.”
adj + adj
Noun
04. outdoor activity
“Hiking is a popular outdoor activity for tourists visiting the national park.”
adj + noun
05. outdoor gear
“Make sure you wear the correct outdoor gear before starting the mountain climb.”
adj + noun
06. outdoor lighting
“We installed new outdoor lighting to make the garden safer at night.”
adj + noun
07. outdoor pool
“The hotel has a heated outdoor pool that is open throughout the winter.”
adj + noun
08. outdoor pursuit
“The region is famous for traditional outdoor pursuits such as hunting and fishing.”
adj + noun
09. outdoor activities
10. love the great outdoors
“If you love the great outdoors, this camping trip is perfect for you.”
11. suitable for outdoor use
“This furniture is made of treated wood, making it suitable for outdoor use.”
12. variety of outdoor activities
“The resort offers a wide variety of outdoor activities for children.”
Usage
This is an attributive adjective, meaning it almost always appears before the noun it describes.
Pitfall
I like to play outdoor.
I like to play outdoors.
Use 'outdoor' as an adjective before a noun (outdoor sports). Use 'outdoors' as an adverb to describe where an action happens.
Etymology
From out- + door.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Synonyms
Antonyms
Word family
ADJECTIVE
ADVERB
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B1 PreliminaryIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.4.0–5.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 3.0–3.544–71TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.550–784
- Frequency
- Common
- Level
- B1 · IntermediateOxford
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