outer

BrE /ˈaʊtə/ AmE /ˈaʊtər/

adjective en → es

1 LOCATION [attributive] B2

relating to the outside or farthest part of something

exterior, externo, exterior de algo

  • outer space
  • outer limits

Collocations outer wall · outer layer

  • The outer walls of the castle are very thick.

    Las murallas exteriores del castillo son muy gruesas.

2 DISTANCE [attributive] B2

relating to a place that is far away from the center or main part of something

distante, lejano, en el exterior de algo

  • outer regions
  • outer areas

Collocations outer suburbs · outer districts

  • The outer parts of the city are less developed.

    Las partes exteriores de la ciudad son menos desarrolladas.

3 CLOTHING [attributive] C1

relating to an outer layer or piece of clothing that is worn on the outside of other clothes

exterior, de abrigo, exterior de la ropa

  • outer garments
  • outerwear

Collocations outer jacket · outer coat

  • She put on her outer coat before going out.

    Ella se puso su abrigo exterior antes de salir.

4 SPORT [attributive] C1

relating to the position of a player who plays in an outer position, especially in cricket or rugby

exterior, en la posición exterior, de un jugador externo

  • outer positions

Collocations outer fielder · outer player

  • He is an excellent outer in cricket.

    Él es un excelente jugador exterior en críquet.