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outdoor

[out-dawr, -dohr] / ˈaʊtˌdɔr, -ˌdoʊr /
ADJECTIVE
in the open air
Synonyms
STRONGEST
rustic
STRONG
outside
WEAK
alfresco casual free garden healthful hilltop in the open informal invigorating mountain natural nature-loving out of the house out-of-doors patio picnic unrestricted woods yard
ADVERB
in the open air
Synonyms
STRONGEST
rustic
STRONG
outside
WEAK
alfresco casual free garden healthful hilltop in the open informal invigorating mountain natural nature-loving out of the house out-of-doors patio picnic unrestricted woods yard

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“A dedicated gym and wellness area, private studio/office, theater room, and an outdoor kitchen with a fire pit complete this residence, a true celebration of refined, tranquil living in an extraordinary setting,” the listing adds.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 21, 2026

Octane Lending, which finances motorcycles, ATVs, RVs and other outdoor recreational equipment, entered into up to $700 million of agreements with New York Life, Equitable and a unit of MetLife.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 19, 2026

Ongoing studies are testing caffeine-enhanced bait in outdoor environments in Spain and examining how caffeine interacts with the poison itself.

From Science Daily • Apr. 18, 2026

The court heard they were also meant for outdoor use, could be too hot indoors and had a soft surface that could surround the head and face of a baby.

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

Penelope had spent the last three days reading up on outdoor survival skills.

From "The Unseen Guest" by Maryrose Wood