outbuilding

[out-bil-ding]

noun

1. a detached building building subordinate to a main building. building.

outbuilding

/ ˈaʊtˌbɪldɪŋ /

noun

1. a building subordinate to but separate from a main building; outhouse

Word History and Origins

Origin of outbuilding¹

First recorded in 1620–30; out- + building

Example Sentences

Two homes were destroyed in the fire, as were seven smaller sheds or outbuildings, according to the Los Angeles Fire Department.

From Los Angeles Times

Another fire at an outbuilding close to the property was also extinguished.

From BBC

As armed officers moved into Knowles's garden in Milford Avenue, drone footage captured the moment he emerged from an outbuilding with his hands up before being handcuffed in front of his bonfire.

From BBC

They are also urging locals to to check their outbuildings and sheds.

From BBC

Nests and some dead rodents were found in outbuildings of the couple's house.

From BBC

Related Words

• bathroom 
• latrine 
• lavatory