outing

American  

[ou-ting] / ˈaʊ tɪŋ /

noun

1. a pleasure trip, excursion, picnic, or the like.

   the annual outing for the senior class.

   Synonyms:

   jaunt

2. a public appearance, as by a participant in an athletic contest or event.

   The new player scored spectacularly in his second outing with the team.

3. the intentional exposure of a person’s denied or secret identity, orientation, or status, especially gay sexual orientation or transgender identity.

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outing British  

/ ˈaʊtɪŋ /

noun

1. a short outward and return journey; trip; excursion

2. informal the naming by homosexuals of other prominent homosexuals, often against their will

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Etymology

Origin of outing

First recorded in 1325–75; Middle English; out, -ing ¹

Example Sentences

Four albums later — his last rock outing, “Strictly Inc.,” dropped 30 years ago — success still eluded him.

From Los Angeles Times

Jonathan would have preferred that, too, but his parents had insisted he come along on the overnight outing.

From Literature

And they’ve continued to spend on charitable donations and cultural outings.

From The Wall Street Journal

The day after that failed Five Guys run, I decided to treat myself with a more-upscale outing.

From The Wall Street Journal

Miss Piggy, her paramour Kermit the Frog, Gonzo, and Fozzie have reunited for the one-off show to mark its 50th birthday, after their beloved film outings such as Muppet Christmas Carol.

From BBC

Related Words

• excursion
• expedition
• picnic
• vacation