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outsiders

The correct spelling is outsiders.

How to pronounce outsiders

noun

Say it like: Owt-sid-ers

The correct spelling is outsiders. One who is not part of a community or organization. For example: "While the initiated easily understand the symbols, they are wholly inaccessible to outsiders."

Usage Examples

While the initiated easily understand the symbols, they are wholly inaccessible to outsiders.

Seeing the mess professional politicians have made of things is it any wonder the electorate is beginning to prefer outsiders.

Johnny was an outsider at this years karate tournament, but he still managed to win second place out of sheer determination.

Definition

noun

  1. 1.One who is not part of a community or organization.
  2. 2.A newcomer with little or no experience in an organization or community.
  3. 3.A competitor or contestant who has little chance of winning; a long shot
  4. 4.A pair of nippers for turning a key in a keyhole from the outside.

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