outskirt
Translation
outskirt
Examples
The factory is on an outskirt of the town.
The factory is on an outskirt of the town.
Grammar Patterns
((an outskirt)) ((of sth.)) the outer edge of a place (rare usage) The factory is on an outskirt of the town.
Similar Words
Synonyms: periphery, suburb; Antonyms: center, downtown
Etymology
From 'out' + 'skirt' (edge, border). The 'skirt' of a town is its outer edge.
Memory Tips
This word is almost always used in its plural form, 'outskirts'. The singular is rare.