out·doors
ˌau̇t-ˈdȯrz 
ˈau̇t-ˈdȯrz
: outside a building : in or into the open air
I went outdoors for some fresh air.
a game that is meant to be played outdoors
plural in form but singular in construction
1
: a place or location away from the confines of a building
Trees surround the home, blurring the lines between outdoors and indoors.—
Dawn Hammon
—usually used with theDawn Hammonlet in fresh air from the outdoors
2
: the natural world : the places outside of areas developed by humans
… those delighting in the wonders of outdoors.—Marina Brown
—usually used with theMarina Browna lover of the outdoors
… skiers in Maine can glory in the pleasures of the great outdoors—the ski areas are surrounded by some of the most breathtaking scenery in the state.—Down East
Down East
: outdoor
… stands displaying equipment and clothing covering a wide spectrum of outdoors pursuits.—Clive Tully
Clive TullySynonyms
Examples of outdoors in a Sentence
Adverb
The game is meant to be played outdoors.
He worked outdoors all afternoon.
I went outdoors for some fresh air.
Recent Examples on the WebAnna Miller, Sacramento Bee, 26 Apr. 2024
Heightening concerns, smog levels are at their highest in the summer, when many children are out of school and want to spend time outdoors.
—Tony Briscoe, Los Angeles Times, 24 Apr. 2024
Spending time outdoors and being active has many physical and mental benefits, so living in a city that offers its residents an abundance of outdoor recreational opportunities can positively impact their lives.
—Dobrina Zhekova, Travel + Leisure, 24 Apr. 2024
The court has also been asked to decide if cities can punish people who sleep outdoors in an Oregon case dealing with homeless residents.
—USA TODAY, 22 Apr. 2024
The American Psychological Association also notes time spent outdoors can create improvements in mood, cognitive function and overall well-being, among other impacts.
—Kelly Livingston, ABC News, 22 Apr. 2024
It is governed by a 13-member board of directors for a nonprofit organization called Three Dog Night, named after the classic rock band and an Australian saying about being outdoors in the bitter cold.
—Bill Lukitsch, Kansas City Star, 19 Apr. 2024
As the warmth of summer encourages lighter attire and more time outdoors, women everywhere are turning their attention to enhancing their energy levels, improving skin quality, and maintaining a bloat-free physique.
—Miami Herald, 16 Apr. 2024
Their trip destination was revealed in another photo, as Sterling stood outdoors at the Whitehouse City Park in Texas.
—Charlotte Phillipp, Peoplemag, 13 Apr. 2024
Julia Zaltzman, Robb Report, 5 Apr. 2024
Explore the outdoors using hands-on tools, discover the fun of watercoloring in nature, learn about native bees and insects from UC Berkeley students, hear Ohlone leaders talk about their traditions, and follow your curiosity to become an environmental mystery detective.
—Brittany Delay, The Mercury News, 12 Apr. 2024
Growing up in northern California, Rue Mapp grew up enjoying the great outdoors with her family.
—Rachel Chang, Travel + Leisure, 10 Apr. 2024
Our guide has even more. Explore the great outdoors in Culver City
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Just south of the 10 Freeway from Koreatown is Culver City, a.k.a.
—Kevinisha Walker, Los Angeles Times, 30 Dec. 2023
Make the most of the outdoors with camping, kayaking, and paddleboarding in the Salt River to cool down.
—Nina Kahn, Travel + Leisure, 21 Mar. 2024
In a 2022 article about the discovery of a nest in Milwaukee County, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel outdoors editor Paul A. Smith included rules and laws cited by officials who continue to support bald eagle population recovery.
—Jim Riccioli, Journal Sentinel, 5 Mar. 2024
All the animals can access the outdoors from their living quarters.
—Carolyn Wells, Longreads, 14 Feb. 2024
Outdoor Adventure Day Families will get a crash course in the outdoors when Cabela’s and the U.S. Sportsmen Alliance Foundation team to produce Family Outdoor Adventure Day on July 9.
—Brent Frazee, Kansas City Star, 24 Jan. 2024
Madison Yauger, Peoplemag, 16 Apr. 2024
Ellis, the owner and founder of Rock Town River Outfitters, talks with Rex about the importance of the Arkansas River and the potential the river has for outdoors enthusiasts and increasing tourism.
—Rex Nelson, arkansasonline.com, 5 Apr. 2024
Jordan Coleman, the defending City Section champion in the 100 meters, made his outdoors debut for Granada Hills on Thursday during a dual meet against El Camino Real.
—Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 12 Apr. 2024
Since being the first The North Face Explore Fund council member and grantee, a group of leaders that are pushing inclusivity in the outdoors community, to collaborate on a collection, Escobar is most excited about the future of Hike Clerb.
—Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 10 Apr. 2024
The trails that wind through the Boise Foothills are a huge boon for outdoors lovers who can quickly leave the urban landscape escape into the natural word.
—Nicole Blanchard, Idaho Statesman, 8 Apr. 2024
Her work focuses on the intersection of the outdoors, culture, and mental health, and has appeared in Outside, Lonely Planet, the Strategist, HuffPo, and elsewhere.
—Maggie Slepian, Longreads, 2 Apr. 2024
Crawford has embraced the outdoors like many others who’ve made Whistler their home.
—Carolyn Heller, Forbes, 27 Mar. 2024
Then, retreat to Barnsley Resort, a paradise for outdoors enthusiasts with horseback riding, clay target shooting, archery, ax throwing, golf, disc golf, and more.
—Perri Ormont Blumberg, Travel + Leisure, 27 Mar. 2024
Adverb
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—Anna Miller, Sacramento Bee, 26 Apr. 2024
Heightening concerns, smog levels are at their highest in the summer, when many children are out of school and want to spend time outdoors.
—Tony Briscoe, Los Angeles Times, 24 Apr. 2024
Spending time outdoors and being active has many physical and mental benefits, so living in a city that offers its residents an abundance of outdoor recreational opportunities can positively impact their lives.
—Dobrina Zhekova, Travel + Leisure, 24 Apr. 2024
The court has also been asked to decide if cities can punish people who sleep outdoors in an Oregon case dealing with homeless residents.
—USA TODAY, 22 Apr. 2024
The American Psychological Association also notes time spent outdoors can create improvements in mood, cognitive function and overall well-being, among other impacts.
—Kelly Livingston, ABC News, 22 Apr. 2024
It is governed by a 13-member board of directors for a nonprofit organization called Three Dog Night, named after the classic rock band and an Australian saying about being outdoors in the bitter cold.
—Bill Lukitsch, Kansas City Star, 19 Apr. 2024
As the warmth of summer encourages lighter attire and more time outdoors, women everywhere are turning their attention to enhancing their energy levels, improving skin quality, and maintaining a bloat-free physique.
—Miami Herald, 16 Apr. 2024
Their trip destination was revealed in another photo, as Sterling stood outdoors at the Whitehouse City Park in Texas.
—Charlotte Phillipp, Peoplemag, 13 Apr. 2024
Noun
Other plants are spread across the six decks, bringing the outdoors in.
—Julia Zaltzman, Robb Report, 5 Apr. 2024
Explore the outdoors using hands-on tools, discover the fun of watercoloring in nature, learn about native bees and insects from UC Berkeley students, hear Ohlone leaders talk about their traditions, and follow your curiosity to become an environmental mystery detective.
—Brittany Delay, The Mercury News, 12 Apr. 2024
Growing up in northern California, Rue Mapp grew up enjoying the great outdoors with her family.
—Rachel Chang, Travel + Leisure, 10 Apr. 2024
Our guide has even more. Explore the great outdoors in Culver City
Advertisement
Just south of the 10 Freeway from Koreatown is Culver City, a.k.a.
—Kevinisha Walker, Los Angeles Times, 30 Dec. 2023
Make the most of the outdoors with camping, kayaking, and paddleboarding in the Salt River to cool down.
—Nina Kahn, Travel + Leisure, 21 Mar. 2024
In a 2022 article about the discovery of a nest in Milwaukee County, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel outdoors editor Paul A. Smith included rules and laws cited by officials who continue to support bald eagle population recovery.
—Jim Riccioli, Journal Sentinel, 5 Mar. 2024
All the animals can access the outdoors from their living quarters.
—Carolyn Wells, Longreads, 14 Feb. 2024
Outdoor Adventure Day Families will get a crash course in the outdoors when Cabela’s and the U.S. Sportsmen Alliance Foundation team to produce Family Outdoor Adventure Day on July 9.
—Brent Frazee, Kansas City Star, 24 Jan. 2024
Adjective
Founded by outdoors enthusiasts but beloved by everyone who finds themselves on the go, Yeti has built a stronghold collection for adventure seekers over the last two decades.
—Madison Yauger, Peoplemag, 16 Apr. 2024
Ellis, the owner and founder of Rock Town River Outfitters, talks with Rex about the importance of the Arkansas River and the potential the river has for outdoors enthusiasts and increasing tourism.
—Rex Nelson, arkansasonline.com, 5 Apr. 2024
Jordan Coleman, the defending City Section champion in the 100 meters, made his outdoors debut for Granada Hills on Thursday during a dual meet against El Camino Real.
—Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 12 Apr. 2024
Since being the first The North Face Explore Fund council member and grantee, a group of leaders that are pushing inclusivity in the outdoors community, to collaborate on a collection, Escobar is most excited about the future of Hike Clerb.
—Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 10 Apr. 2024
The trails that wind through the Boise Foothills are a huge boon for outdoors lovers who can quickly leave the urban landscape escape into the natural word.
—Nicole Blanchard, Idaho Statesman, 8 Apr. 2024
Her work focuses on the intersection of the outdoors, culture, and mental health, and has appeared in Outside, Lonely Planet, the Strategist, HuffPo, and elsewhere.
—Maggie Slepian, Longreads, 2 Apr. 2024
Crawford has embraced the outdoors like many others who’ve made Whistler their home.
—Carolyn Heller, Forbes, 27 Mar. 2024
Then, retreat to Barnsley Resort, a paradise for outdoors enthusiasts with horseback riding, clay target shooting, archery, ax throwing, golf, disc golf, and more.
—Perri Ormont Blumberg, Travel + Leisure, 27 Mar. 2024
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“Outdoors.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/outdoors. Accessed 1 May. 2024.
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outdoors
1 of 2 adverb
out·doors
(ˈ)au̇t-ˈdō(ə)rz
-ˈdȯ(ə)rz
: outside a building : in or into the open air
outdoors
2 of 2 noun1
: a place away from or outside a building
2
: the world away from human dwellings
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