outward-looking
|out/ward/look/ing|
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/ˈaʊtwərd ˌlʊkɪŋ/
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/ˈaʊtwəd ˌlʊkɪŋ/
external focus
Etymology
'outward-looking' originates from the combination of 'outward,' meaning 'toward the outside,' and 'looking,' meaning 'having a particular view or perspective.'
The term 'outward-looking' evolved from the combination of 'outward' and 'looking' in modern English to describe a perspective focused on external matters.
Initially, it meant 'looking towards the outside,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'focused on external matters or the outside world.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
focused on external matters or the outside world, often in terms of international relations or global awareness.
The company adopted an outward-looking strategy to expand its market.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45