Exterior: meaning, definitions and examples

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exterior

[ ɪkˈstɪəriər ]

^{Context #1}

of a building

the outer appearance or surface of a building, especially the front or facades

Synonyms

facade, frontage, outside

Examples of usage

The exterior of the building was painted white.
The exterior of the house had beautiful architectural details.

^{Context #2}

of a vehicle

the outer surface or body of a vehicle, such as a car or airplane

Synonyms

bodywork, casing, shell

Examples of usage

The car's exterior was shiny and well-maintained.
The exterior of the airplane was painted in bright colors.

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general use

belonging to or forming the outer surface or structure of something

Synonyms

external, outer, outward

Examples of usage

The exterior walls of the house were made of brick.
She had an exterior demeanor that was calm and composed.

Translations

Translations of the word "exterior" in other languages:

🇵🇹 exterior

🇮🇳 बाहरी

🇩🇪 äußere

🇮🇩 eksterior

🇺🇦 зовнішній

🇵🇱 zewnętrzny

🇯🇵 外部

🇫🇷 extérieur

🇪🇸 exterior

🇹🇷 dış

🇰🇷 외부

🇸🇦 خارجي

🇨🇿 vnější

🇸🇰 vonkajší

🇨🇳 外部

🇸🇮 zunanji

🇮🇸 ytri

🇰🇿 сыртқы

🇬🇪 გარე

🇦🇿 xarici

🇲🇽 exterior

Word origin

The word 'exterior' originated from the Latin word 'exterior' meaning 'outer', which is derived from 'exter', meaning 'outer'. The term has been used in English since the late 16th century to refer to the outer part or surface of something, whether it is a building, vehicle, or even a person's demeanor.