Meaning of the word "on the outskirts" in English

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on the outskirts

US /ɒn ðə ˈaʊtˌskɜːrts/
UK /ɒn ðə ˈaʊtˌskɜːts/

Phrase

in the outer parts of a town or city, away from the center

Example:
They live on the outskirts of London.
The new factory is located on the outskirts of the city.
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