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outdoor

[ out-dawr, -dohr ]
/ ˈaʊtˌdɔr, -ˌdoʊr /
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adjective
Also outdoors. characteristic of, located, occurring, or belonging outdoors: an outdoor barbecue; outdoor sports.
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Origin of outdoor

First recorded in 1740–50; out- + door
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British Dictionary definitions for outdoor

outdoor
/ (ˈaʊtˈdɔː) /

adjective
(prenominal) taking place, existing, or intended for use in the open airoutdoor games; outdoor clothes Also: out-of-door
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