outing

noun

out·​ing ˈau̇-tiŋ 

plural outings

1

: a brief usually outdoor pleasure trip

2

: an athletic competition or race

also : an appearance therein

3

: a usually public presentation or appearance (as in a particular role)

her first outing as a novelist

4

: the public disclosure of the covert sexual orientation or gender identity of a prominent person

Synonyms of outing

• excursion
• tour

Examples of outing in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

But when given the opportunity, Sasaki has shrunken in recent outings, struggling with his command and his ability to pitch deep into games. — Liana Handler follow, Los Angeles Times, 3 July 2026

Kelce and Swift took a break from football and the Eras Tour to enjoy an outing in Game 1 of the ALCS, played between the Yankees and the Guardians, in October 2024. — Lori A Bashian, FOXNews.com, 3 July 2026

For more active outings or studio sessions, the quick-drying Quince Performance Tech Wide-leg Pants feature built-in sun protection. — Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 2 July 2026

Eighteen of Blubaugh’s 34 outings this season have been two or more innings. — Chandler Rome, New York Times, 2 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1821, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for outing

• doubting
• flouting
• grouting
• pouting
• routing
• scouting
• shouting
• spouting
• sprouting
• touting

Kids Definition

outing

noun

out·​ing ˈau̇t-iŋ 

: a brief usually outdoor pleasure trip