outskirts
n. US //ˈaʊtˌskɝts// UK //ˈaʊtskɜːts// out·skirts
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1 edge of a city (n.) B1 Intermediatethe parts of a city or town that are furthest from the centre.
the outer borders or fringes of a town or city. Usually plural; often used with the preposition 'on'.
ExampleThey decided to buy a house on the outskirts of the city to have more space.
ExampleThe new industrial park was constructed on the northern outskirts, providing easy access to the motorway while keeping heavy traffic away from the residential centre.
UsageUsually plural and preceded by 'the' and 'on'.
PitfallHe lives in the outskirt of London.He lives on the outskirts of London.The word is almost always plural ('outskirts') and usually takes the preposition 'on'.
From out- + skirts.
- Nounoutskirts
- Nounskirt