outside of

preposition

1

: outside

2

: aside from

Synonyms

• except
• beside
• excepting
• besides
• other than
• but
• except for
• apart from
• exclusive of

Examples of outside of in a Sentence

outside of that project you don't like, I don't think you have many choices

budget cuts will result in some teachers teaching courses outside of their primary areas of expertise

Recent Examples on the Web

Chávez was handed over by authorities and admitted to a prison outside of the city of Hermosillo, in the northern state of Sonora, an official told The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Tuesday because they were not authorized to speak publicly about the matter. —Fabiola Sanchez, Chicago Tribune, 20 Aug. 2025

And despite a game-clinching interception by rookie corner Ethan Robinson to beat the Detroit Lions 24-17, the position — outside of likely starter Storm Duck — has yet to be addressed. —Miami Herald, 19 Aug. 2025

The Latest Energy Drink Appealing to Teens In one alarming video posted on Instagram and TikTok, an adult was approached outside of a gas station by a young teen asking him to buy a drink called Feel Free, made by Botanic Tonics. —Elisabeth Sherman, Parents, 19 Aug. 2025

So, outside of a miracle finish, the postseason is a long, long, long shot. —Michael Lewis, Forbes.com, 19 Aug. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1840, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for outside of

• hereinabove
• above
• foxglove
• hereof
• thereof
• whereof
• dove
• glove
• love
• shove

Kids Definition

outside of

preposition

1

: outside entry 4 sense 2

2

: except for

outside of her brother she is alone in the house