exterior
|ex/te/ri/or|
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/ɪkˈstɪriər/
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/ɪkˈstɪəriər/
outer surface
Etymology
Etymology Information
'exterior' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'exterior', where 'exter-' meant 'outer'.
Historical Evolution
'exterior' changed from the Latin word 'exterior' and eventually became the modern English word 'exterior'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'outer', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the outer surface or structure of something.
The exterior of the building was beautifully designed.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39