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outermost

 

[ ˈaʊtərˌmoʊst ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

extreme position

The term 'outermost' refers to something that is situated at the furthest point or the extreme edge of something. It indicates the outer boundary or limit of a structure or area.

Synonyms

extreme, farthest, most distant, outer

Examples of usage

  • The outermost layer of the Earth's atmosphere is called the exosphere.
  • In the solar system, Neptune is often considered the outermost planet.
  • The outermost leaves of the plant are seared by the frost.
  • The outermost wall of the castle provided excellent protection from invaders.

Translations

Translations of the word "outermost" in other languages:

🇵🇹 mais externo

🇮🇳 सबसे बाहरी

🇩🇪 äußerste

🇮🇩 terluar

🇺🇦 найзовнішній

🇵🇱 najbardziej zewnętrzny

🇯🇵 最外側の

🇫🇷 le plus externe

🇪🇸 más externo

🇹🇷 en dış

🇰🇷 가장 바깥쪽의

🇸🇦 الأكثر خارجية

🇨🇿 nejvnější

🇸🇰 najvonkajší

🇨🇳 最外层的

🇸🇮 najzunanjši

🇮🇸 ytri

🇰🇿 ең сыртқы

🇬🇪 მხოლოდ გარეთ

🇦🇿 ən xarici

🇲🇽 más externo

Etymology

The word 'outermost' is a combination of the word 'outer' and the superlative suffix '-most.' The term 'outer' stems from the Old English 'ūtera,' which is derived from the Proto-Germanic root '*ūtran,' meaning 'outside' or 'outward.' The suffix '-most' signifies the highest degree or extreme position, and can be traced back to the Old English '-mōst,' also meaning 'most' or 'greatest.' Therefore, 'outermost' literally translates to 'the most outer' or 'the farthest outside.' This term has been used in English since the 14th century to describe the farthest point or limit of something, especially in contexts involving geography, levels of structure, or boundaries.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #17,268, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.