exterior
Translation
exterior, outside, outer surface
Examples
The exterior of the house needs painting.
The exterior of the house needs painting.
Grammar Patterns
the exterior of ((sth.)) the outside part of (sth.) The exterior of the car is very clean.
Similar Words
Synonyms: outside, surface; Antonyms: interior
Etymology
From Latin 'exterior', comparative of 'exter' meaning 'on the outside'. The prefix 'ex-' means 'out'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'exit' – both relate to 'out'. The exterior is the 'outside' part of something.