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

Wednesday’s outing left a different impression, though, as Warren surrendered six earned runs over four innings in the Yankees’ 6-1 loss to the Rangers. —Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 7 May 2026

Hough was seen wearing a bright red string bikini in photos and videos that were taken during a snorkeling outing. —Ashley Hume, FOXNews.com, 7 May 2026

Natan has long been one of Queen Maxima’s preferred designers for special royal outings and public engagements. —Julia Teti, Footwear News, 6 May 2026

After Tuesday’s outing, Imai said the pitch clock and differences in scouting report emphases are somewhat to blame for his command issues. —Chandler Rome, New York Times, 6 May 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