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

The rest of the carousel captures carefree family moments in the sun, from beach outings to poolside fun. — Meredith Kile, PEOPLE, 23 July 2026

Pebble Beach Food & Wine currently hosts 10,000 guests each year, with attendees able to participate in not only culinary events but also beachside cocktail parties, scenic golf outings, and intimate wine cellar experiences. — Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 23 July 2026

The study, which draws on transaction data from more than 180,000 households, found that sports betting doesn’t replace shopping or other gambling, like lottery tickets or casino outings, but adds to it, eating into savings and driving up debt. — Jake Angelo, semafor.com, 23 July 2026

But Margaret and Alice’s quick-witted machinations provide the basis for a merry outing at the theater. — Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 23 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