Outdoors
Noun, Adverb
UK
/ˌaʊtˈdɔːz/
US
/ˌaʊtˈdɔːrz/
Definition
(adv) : Used to describe something done outside, in the open air.
(n) : The outdoor environment itself.
(n) : The outdoor environment itself.
Example
"(adv) : The children love playing outdoors after school."
"(adv) : We decided to eat outdoors to enjoy the fresh air and sunshine."
"(n) : Spending time outdoors can improve both mood and overall health."
Explanation
“Outdoors” refers to being outside, in open air, rather than inside a building. It is often used when talking about activities done in nature or open spaces. Spending time outdoors is commonly linked with fresh air, sunlight, and physical movement. The word focuses on where you are, not what you are touching. As a noun it means open, natural areas outside buildings, like nature or fresh air. For example, the outdoors makes me feel calm and refreshed.