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indoor-outdoor

American  
[in-dawr-out-dawr, in-dohr-out-dohr] / ˈɪnˌdɔrˈaʊtˌdɔr, ˈɪnˌdoʊrˈaʊtˌdoʊr /

adjective

  1. designed or constructed to be used either indoors or outdoors.

    indoor-outdoor carpeting.


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Untouched by the 2025 California wildfires, the dwelling features floor-to-ceiling glass windows that invite in an abundance of natural light and create a seamless indoor-outdoor flow.

From MarketWatch Aug. 11, 2026

“A soaring two-story glass conservatory, expansive living and dining rooms, and an open-concept kitchen with sliding glass doors invite seamless indoor-outdoor living while overlooking the skyline,” the description went on.

From MarketWatch Jun. 9, 2026

The restaurant has a lively energy, with giant shutters that create an indoor-outdoor vibe and a patio perfect for warm evenings.

From Salon Sep. 29, 2025

There would also be indoor-outdoor landscaped recreational space on the top level, plans show.

From Los Angeles Times Apr. 18, 2025

My nose tickled from the dust in the sleeping bag, and the basement floor—which was poured concrete beneath a thin, comfortless layer of indoor-outdoor carpeting—made my bones ache whichever way I turned.

From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt

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