What does OUTER mean?

Outer

Part of Speech: Adjective

Definition: situated on or toward the outside; external; being farther from the center or middle

Pronunciation (US): /ˈaʊtər/

Pronunciation (UK): /ˈaʊtə/

Origin and Usage: The word "outer" originated from the Middle English word "outher", which means "outer, external". It has been in use since the 14th century and is commonly used in modern English.

Synonyms: external, outside, exterior, outward, surface, peripheral, superficial

Related Words: other, outre, outed, outgo, outed, ouzel

Example Sentences:

1. She put on her outer coat and went outside.
2. The outer layer of the cake was burnt, but the inside was still good.
3. The outer planets of our solar system are Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune.