B1adjectivespaceurban
US/ˈaʊ.tər/
UK/ˈaʊ.tə/
on the outside, or further from the center
In context
Remove the outer leaves of the cabbage before you wash it.
Rent is cheaper in the outer districts of the city.
He dreams of becoming an astronaut and traveling into outer space.
Words that go with outer
adjective + noun
- outer spaceThe film is about life in outer space.
- outer layerThe outer layer of the skin protects the body.
- outer edgeThey live on the outer edge of the city.
- outer wallThe outer wall of the old fort is still standing.
- outer districtsNew apartments are being built in the outer districts.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
The house is outer the city.Correct: The house is outside the city.