outside of

preposition

1

: outside

2

: aside from

Synonyms

• apart from
• aside from
• bar
• barring
• beside
• besides
• but
• except
• excepting
• except for
• excluding
• exclusive of
• other than
• outside
• save
• saving

Examples of outside of in a Sentence

outside of that project you don't like, I don't think you have many choices

budget cuts will result in some teachers teaching courses outside of their primary areas of expertise

Recent Examples on the Web

But then, after Colin finds Penelope outside of the modiste on the night before the wedding, a shouting match gives way to a passionate make-out session and the two appear on their way to reconciliation, even if major obstacles remain. —Jessica Radloff, Glamour, 13 June 2024

Work continues to remove debris outside of the McHenry Federal Channel, and a safety zone will be maintained to protect workers. —Ayesha Ali, ABC News, 12 June 2024

Local troops began honing their entrepreneurial skills and taking orders for the sweet treats last week and, starting next month, friendly scout faces will soon reappear at booths outside of grocery stores. —Victoria Moorwood, The Enquirer, 12 June 2024

Robert Bosch GmbH is looking for acquisition opportunities in the US, particularly outside of the automotive sector, as sluggish growth in mobility weighs on the company’s core business. —Verena Sepp, Bloomberg.com, 12 June 2024

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1840, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

outside of

preposition

1

: outside entry 4 sense 2

2

: except for

outside of her brother she is alone in the house