Outside
Definition
(adj/adv/prep) : Not inside; located beyond the inner area of something.
Example
"(n) : The outside of the building needs a fresh coat of paint."
"(adj) : Outside opinions can sometimes help solve internal problems."
"(adv) : The children are playing outside in the garden."
Explanation
Outside refers to the area that is not inside something. As a noun, outside stands alone and names a place or area, such as the outside of the building was painted white. As an adjective, adverb, and preposition, it generally means being beyond limits or boundaries. As an adjective, it describes something beyond a place or situation, like an outside door. As an adverb, it tells where something happens, as in he waited outside until his name was called. As a preposition, it shows position in relation to something, usually followed by a noun, like she stood outside the office. It is also used to describe things that are not included or not involved, such as an outside opinion coming from someone not involved.