outdoor

adjective

out·​door ˈau̇t-ˌdȯr 

ˈau̇t-ˈdȯr

variants or less commonly outdoors

ˈau̇t-ˌdȯrz,

ˈau̇t-ˈdȯrz 

1

: of or relating to the outdoors

2

a

: performed outdoors

outdoor sports

b

: outdoorsy

an outdoor couple

3

: not enclosed : having no roof

an outdoor restaurant

Synonyms

• alfresco
• open-air
• out-of-door
• out-of-doors
• outdoorsy

Examples of outdoor in a Sentence

an outdoor picnic is always at the mercy of the weather, of course

Recent Examples on the Web

Alex Hutchinson is a National Magazine Award-winning journalist and Outside’s Sweat Science columnist, covering the latest research on endurance and outdoor sports. —Alex Hutchinson, Outside Online, 16 Dec. 2024

The scientists made the determination based on weather conditions in Las Vegas on July 8, 2001, and the outdoor crime scene. —Saleen Martin, USA TODAY, 16 Dec. 2024

Rugged outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate this survival kit with everything from first aid supplies to multi-tools, discounted to just $50. —Brittany Vanderbill, Travel + Leisure, 14 Dec. 2024

Ensure your yard and decorations are adequately lit with outdoor lights, especially in dark corners or near entry points. 4. —Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, Fox News, 14 Dec. 2024

Word History

Etymology

out (of) door, out (of) doors

First Known Use

1748, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

outdoor

adjective

out·​door ˌau̇t-ˌdō(ə)r 

-ˌdȯ(ə)r

variants also outdoors

-ˌdō(ə)rz 

-ˌdȯ(ə)rz

1

: of or relating to the outdoors

an outdoor setting

2

: done outdoors

outdoor games

3

: having no roof and walls

an outdoor theater