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

Gifts have been purchased, menus are finalized, outings have been planned, family and friends have arrived or are en route.

From Salon

That was followed by another outing for the Lions against Australia A at Allan Border Field in Brisbane where he ended with figures of 0-115.

From BBC

Nigeria's next Group C outing will be on Saturday against Tunisia, who top the section after easing to a 3-1 win against Uganda at the Rabat Olympic Stadium.

From Barron's

If these recent outings haven’t convinced you that Hollywood is in its method dressing era, well, where in the Law Roach have you been?

From Los Angeles Times

Patel ordered a fleet of the high-end vehicles for the FBI, “for the purpose of being less conspicuous on his outings,” the report says, citing four anonymous sources familiar with the situation.

From Salon

Related Words

• excursion
• expedition
• picnic
• vacation