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The definition of exterior is something on the outside, or to be used on the outside, or something that comes from the outside.
(adjective)- An example of exterior is paint meant for the outside of a house.
- An example of exterior is a set of issues brought up which are not related to a core problem being discussed; exterior issues.
The exterior is defined as the outside or outer appearance.
(noun)An example of exterior is the outside of a house.
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See exterior in Webster's New World College Dictionary
adjective
- on the outside; outer; outermost: an exterior wall
- to be used on the outside: exterior paint
- originating outside; acting or coming from without: exterior forces
Origin: L, compar. of exter, exterus, on the outside: see external
noun
- an outside or outside surface
- an outward appearance: a misleading exterior
- ☆ a picture, view, stage setting, etc. of a scene outdoors
Related Forms:
- exteriorly adverb
See exterior in American Heritage Dictionary 4
adjective
- Outer; external: the exterior door.
- Originating or acting from the outside: exterior influences on the negotiations.
- Suitable for use outside: an exterior paint.
- A part or a surface that is outside: the exterior of the house.
- An external or outward appearance: a friendly exterior.
- A representation in visual art of the outdoors: The film includes some striking exteriors.
Origin:
Origin: Latin
Origin: , comparative of exter, outward; see eghs in Indo-European roots
.Related Forms:
- ex·teˈri·or·ly adverb
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