adjective

external

external, outer, outside

The building has an external staircase.

The building has an external staircase.

We are facing external pressure to change.

We are facing external pressure to change.

((noun)) of or situated on the outside of something an external hard drive

Synonyms: outer, outside; Antonyms: internal, inner

From Latin 'externus' meaning 'outward', from 'exter' meaning 'on the outside'.

Think of 'exit' - both relate to 'out'. An external wall is on the outside of a building.

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