Meaning of the word external in English

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external

US /ɪkˈstɝː.nəl/

UK /ɪkˈstɜː.nəl/

belonging to or forming the outer surface or structure of something

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The building's external walls are made of brick.

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The device has an external antenna for better reception.

Antonym:

internal inner

coming or derived from an outside source

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The company relies heavily on external funding.

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We need to consider the external factors affecting our business.

Antonym:

internal intrinsic

Related Word:

externally externality external audit