outer

[ou-ter] / ˈaʊ tər /

ADJECTIVE

external, exposed

Synonyms

STRONGEST

exterior outlying

WEAK

alien beyond exoteric extraneous extrinsic outermost outmost outside outward over peripheral remote superficial surface without

Antonyms

STRONGEST

central middle

WEAK

inner interior

Example Sentences

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However, vitamin C dissolves easily in water and does not absorb well through the outer skin barrier.

From Science Daily

The outer surfaces conduct electricity perfectly, while the interior remains a normal metal.

From Science Daily

The cortex is the outer layer of the brain involved in language, memory, and thought.

From BBC

For outer home preparedness, use sandbags to divert or redirect moving water and storm debris from your property.

From Los Angeles Times

Most quantum computers require temperatures colder than in outer space.

From MarketWatch