as in outer
situated on the outside or farther out
the house's exterior walls badly need to be painted
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Stephen Sorace, Fox News, 2 Sep. 2024
While the interior features are certainly nifty, the exterior build and overall construction of the tiny house is equally as impressive.
—Alicia Geigel, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Aug. 2024
Emily Weaver, Peoplemag, 5 Sep. 2024
The exterior of a Red Lobster restaurant in Austin, Texas, on May 20, 2024.
—Amelia Lucas, CNBC, 5 Sep. 2024
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Adjective
Holmberg and Rivera shared video showing the moment the Mustang crashed through the exterior wall and created a cloud of dust and debris.
—Stephen Sorace, Fox News, 2 Sep. 2024
While the interior features are certainly nifty, the exterior build and overall construction of the tiny house is equally as impressive.
—Alicia Geigel, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Aug. 2024
Noun
Naturalizer shoes are known for their foam cushioning, breathability, and durable exterior, and these leather flats are no exception.
—Emily Weaver, Peoplemag, 5 Sep. 2024
The exterior of a Red Lobster restaurant in Austin, Texas, on May 20, 2024.
—Amelia Lucas, CNBC, 5 Sep. 2024
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“Exterior.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exterior. Accessed 20 Sep. 2024.
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