Meaning of the word outer in English

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outer

US /ˈaʊ.t̬ɚ/

UK /ˈaʊ.t̬ɚ/

on the outside; external

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The outer layer of the coat is waterproof.

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The planet's outer atmosphere is very thin.

Synonym:

external exterior

Synonym:

inner internal

further from the center or middle

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The outer ring of the target is worth fewer points.

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They live on the outer edge of the city.

Synonym:

peripheral fringe

Synonym:

inner central

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