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   exterior

   /ɪkˈstɪərɪə/

   adjective

   • 1. forming, situated on, or relating to the outside of something: "exterior and interior walls"
   • ▪ coming from outside: "exterior noise"
   • ▪ (in filming) outdoor: "exterior locations"

   noun

   • 1. the outer surface or structure of something: "a jar with floral designs on the exterior"
   • ▪ the outer structure of a building: "the museum has a modern exterior"
   • ▪ a person's behaviour and demeanour, especially when at variance with their true character: "beneath that assured exterior, she's vulnerable"
   • ▪ (in filming) an outdoor scene: "an ideal spot to film exteriors"

   Word Origin early 16th century: from Latin, comparative of exter ‘outer’.

   Derivatives

   • 1. exteriority noun
   • 2. exteriorly adverb

   Scrabble Points: 15

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2. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishEXTERIOR | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   Synonyms. external. outer. Opposites. inner. interior. More examplesFewer examples. They usually put a protective coating on the exterior surface of the walls. It can be hard to prove because this type of torture usually leaves no exterior marks. The car had a certain amount of exterior damage, but could be repaired.

3. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › exteriorExterior Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   The meaning of EXTERIOR is being on an outside surface : situated on the outside. How to use exterior in a sentence.

4. www.dictionary.com › browse › exteriorEXTERIOR Definition & Meaning | Dictionary.com

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   Exterior definition: outer; being on the outer side. See examples of EXTERIOR used in a sentence.

5. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionaryEXTERIOR | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary

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   adjective. us / ɪkˈstɪr.i.ɚ / uk / ɪkˈstɪə.ri.ə r/ Add to word list. on or from the outside: In some of the towns the exterior walls of the houses are painted pink. exterior to Exterior to the main house there is a small building that could be used as an office or studio. Synonyms. external. outer. Opposites. inner. interior. Fewer examples.

6. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishEXTERIOR definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   You use exterior to refer to the outside parts of something, or to things that are outside something.

7. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › english › exterior_1exterior noun - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage...

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   noun. /ɪkˈstɪəriə (r)/ /ɪkˈstɪriər/ [countable] the outside of something, especially a building. The exterior of the house needs painting. opposite interior. Extra Examples. Topics Houses and homes c1, Buildings c1. Oxford Collocations Dictionary. Take your English to the next level.

8. www.thefreedictionary.com › exteriorExterior - definition of exterior by The Free Dictionary

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   1. Outer; external: the exterior door. 2. Originating or acting from the outside: exterior influences on the negotiations. 3. Suitable for use outside: an exterior paint. n. 1. A part or a surface that is outside: the exterior of the house. 2. An external or outward appearance: a friendly exterior. 3. a.