indoor

[in-dawr, -dohr]

adjective

1. occurring, used, etc., in a house or building, rather than out of doors.

   indoor games.

indoor

/ ˈɪnˌdɔː /

adjective

1. of, situated in, or appropriate to the inside of a house or other building

   an indoor tennis court

   indoor amusements

Word History and Origins

Origin of indoor¹

1705–15; aphetic variant of within-door, originally phrase within ( the ) door, i.e., inside the house

Example Sentences

But darker days mean we typically make a beeline for warm, cosy, indoor spaces.

From BBC

The hotel continues the theme with a 40-foot indoor “tranquility” pool and steam rooms — a serene, modern and indulgent retreat.

From Salon

Stringer’s favorite spot to linger was in the front doorway, where he could watch over the indoor and outdoor crowds.

From Los Angeles Times

The team states the facility will also feature an outdoor spa, indoor hydrotherapy suites, dedicated nap rooms, wellness spaces for yoga or mediation, and extensive use of natural light and retractable doors.

From Los Angeles Times

Inside, there’s unnerving minimalist furniture, dramatic saunas and ice baths and an indoor football field with a throwing machine powerful enough to knock out a tooth.

From Los Angeles Times

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