OUTER Synonyms: 19 Similar and Opposite Words

outer

adjective

ˈau̇-tər

Definition of outer

as in exterior

situated on the outside or farther out the outer edge of the blade of your figure skate always wears out faster than the inner because you use it more

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Recent Examples of outer Like other Neue Klasse vehicles, the electrically excited synchronous motor (EESM) in the rear axle serves as the primary drive axle, using electricity instead of permanent magnets to power both its stator outer frame and interior spinning rotor. — Andrew J. Hawkins, The Verge, 7 Oct. 2026 The Mane of Needles is an outer leaf on the family tree of Negronis. — Jason O'Bryan, Robb Report, 3 Oct. 2026 Once that stays lit, turn the dial and push in to light the outer ring. — Noah Kaufman, Architectural Digest, 2 Oct. 2026 The greatest impact was seen close to the outer edges of galaxies, where plasma jets first hit the circumgalactic medium, and at the outer edge of the circumgalactic medium itself. — Robert Lea, Space.com, 2 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for outer

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There is also paint chipping and peeling above exterior door near ware washing area.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 12 Oct. 2026
In 2021, Estate Yountville was purchased by Boardwalk Investments Yountville, LLC, and revamped with interior and exterior updates, including the addition of century-old olive trees.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Oct. 2026

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The Bakkers, with their outward trappings of success, also appealed to some Pentecostals and evangelicals who had aspirations to be upwardly mobile themselves, said Wigger.

— Tim Funk, Charlotte Observer, 6 Oct. 2026
From outward appearances, the engine looks strikingly similar to SpaceX’s Raptor 3 engine.

— Eric Berger, ArsTechnica, 18 Sep. 2026

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outermost

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