Definition of external
1a : capable of being perceived outwardly external signs of a diseaseb (1) : having merely the outward appearance of something : superficial (2) : not intrinsic or essential external circumstances
2a : of, relating to, or connected with the outside or an outer part the building's external featuresb : applied or applicable to the outside a lotion for external use
3a (1) : situated outside, apart, or beyond; specifically : situated near or toward the surface of the body (2) : arising or acting from outside an external forceb : of or relating to dealings or relationships with foreign countriesc : having existence independent of the mind external reality
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Examples of external in a Sentence
the external features of the building
the external signs of the disease
Origin and Etymology of external
Latin externus external, from exter — more at exterior
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Definition of external
: something that is external: such asa : an outer partb : an external feature or aspect —usually used in plural
First Known Use of external
circa 1635
EXTERNAL Defined for English Language Learners
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: located, seen, or used on the outside or surface of something
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: coming from outside
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: existing or occurring outside your mind
EXTERNAL Defined for Kids
Medical Dictionary
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1: capable of being perceived outwardly : bodily external signs of a disease
2a: situated at, on, or near the outside an external protective covering an external muscleb: directed toward the outside : having an outside object external perception eyesight and the other external sensesc: used by applying to the outside an external lotion
3a (1): situated near or toward the surface of the body; also : situated away from the mesial plane the external condyle of the humerus (2): arising or acting from outside : having an outside origin external causes external stimulib: of, relating to, or consisting of something outside the mind : having existence independent of the mind sensations aroused by external phenomena external reality
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