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US/ɪnˈtɪr.i.ər/
UK/ɪnˈtɪə.ri.ə/
the inside part of something, such as a building or a car
In context
The café looks small from outside, but the interior is bright and spacious.
The car's interior smelled of new leather and fresh coffee.
Few tourists travel into the interior of the island, far from the beaches.
Words that go with interior
noun + noun
- interior designShe studied interior design in Ho Chi Minh City.
- car interiorClean the car interior once a month.
noun + preposition
- interior ofThe interior of the church is decorated with gold.
- Ministry of the InteriorThe Ministry of the Interior is responsible for the police in many countries.
adjective + noun
- modern interiorThe old house has a surprisingly modern interior.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
We spent a lot of money on interiors furniture.Correct: We spent a lot of money on furniture. / We spent a lot on interior design.