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 TullyExamples 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.
Noun
our family loves to hike and camp in the great outdoors
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Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 14 July 2025
When outdoors, a high UV level can indicate three major health risks.
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Boost wellness while exploring the great outdoors with Park City Yoga Adventures.
—AFAR Media, 7 July 2025
Matthew Robinson, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 July 2025
Between the downtown scene, arts culture, outdoors opportunities, there's a lot to envy and many equate the city with luxury.
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Adverb
Here are tips on how to stay safe during a thunderstorm:
To lower the risk of lightning strikes, when going outdoors, develop a plan to reach a safer spot.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 14 July 2025
When outdoors, a high UV level can indicate three major health risks.
—Claire Bugos, Verywell Health, 14 July 2025
Noun
These models grab every speck of dust in a single pass—so tidying up takes up less of your precious outdoors time.
—Jessica Kasparian, SELF, 9 July 2025
Boost wellness while exploring the great outdoors with Park City Yoga Adventures.
—AFAR Media, 7 July 2025
Adjective
Millions of people across the United States have been advised to limit outdoors activity amid concerns over high air pollution levels.
—Matthew Robinson, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 July 2025
Between the downtown scene, arts culture, outdoors opportunities, there's a lot to envy and many equate the city with luxury.
—Shelby Slade, AZCentral.com, 14 July 2025
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“Outdoors.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/outdoors. Accessed 22 Jul. 2025.
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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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