outskirts
4 synonyms and 0 antonyms for outskirts, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The outer areas of a town or city, away from its center.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use outskirts
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Frequently asked questions
What does “outskirts” mean?
The word “outskirts” means the outer areas of a town or city, away from its center. In plain terms, the edges of a town or city, farthest from the center.
How do you pronounce “outskirts”?
“Outskirts” is pronounced OWTS-kurts (/ˈaʊtskɝts/ in IPA).
How do you use “outskirts” in a sentence?
Here is “outskirts” used in a sentence: “They bought a house on the outskirts of the city.”
What part of speech is “outskirts”?
“Outskirts” is a noun.
Is “outskirts” a common word?
“Outskirts” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
Is outskirts always used in the plural form?
Yes, outskirts is almost always used in the plural, as in "the outskirts of town," rather than as a singular noun.
What is the difference between outskirts and suburbs?
Outskirts refers broadly to the outer areas of a town or city away from its center, while suburbs specifically describes residential districts located outside the main city area.
Can outskirts refer to something other than a city?
Outskirts is typically used to describe the outer areas of a town or city, away from its center.