outdoor-oriented
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/ˈaʊtˌdɔr ˈɔriˌɛntɪd/
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/ˈaʊtˌdɔː ˈɔːriˌɛntɪd/
Preference for outdoor activities
Etymology
'outdoor-oriented' is a compound word formed from 'outdoor' and 'oriented'. 'Outdoor' originates from the Old English word 'ūte' meaning 'out' and 'duru' meaning 'door'. 'Oriented' comes from the Latin 'orientare', meaning 'to arrange or align'.
'Outdoor' evolved from the Old English 'ūte' and 'duru', while 'oriented' evolved from the Latin 'orientare'. The combination of these words into 'outdoor-oriented' is a modern English formation.
Initially, 'outdoor' referred to anything outside, and 'oriented' meant aligned or directed. Together, they now describe a preference for outdoor activities.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having a focus or preference for activities that take place outdoors.
The company is known for its outdoor-oriented products.
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Last updated: 2025/02/01 15:15