adjective

external

external, outer, outside

The building has external security cameras.

The building has external security cameras.

We are facing external pressure to change.

We are facing external pressure to change.

((noun)) external (sth.) The external walls need painting.

Synonyms: outer, outside; Antonyms: internal, inner

From Latin 'externus' (outward), from 'exter' (on the outside). The prefix 'ex-' means 'out'.

Think of 'exit' (ex-) to remember it means 'outside'.

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