Word: Out of doors
Definition: "Out of doors" means being outside, away from buildings or indoors. It is often used to describe activities that take place in nature or open spaces.
Usage Instructions: You can use "out of doors" when talking about activities or experiences that happen outside, especially in a pleasant way. It is somewhat formal or old-fashioned, so in everyday conversation, people often just say "outside."
Example:
- "In summer, we love to play out of doors, enjoying the sunshine and fresh air."
- "He prefers to read out of doors rather than inside the house."
Advanced Usage: In more formal writing or literature, "out of doors" might be used to create a poetic or nostalgic feeling about nature or outdoor activities.
Word Variants:
- Outdoor (adjective): Referring to activities or places outside (e.g., "We went on an outdoor adventure.").
- Outdoors (adverb): Another way to say "out of doors," commonly used in modern English (e.g., "It's nice to be outdoors.").
Different Meanings:
- "Out of doors" specifically refers to being outside, whereas "indoors" means being inside a building. The phrase itself does not have other meanings.
Synonyms:
- Outside
- Outdoors
- In the open air
Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:
While there are no specific idioms or phrasal verbs directly related to "out of doors," you can consider phrases like:
- "Get some fresh air" (meaning to go outside for a while).
- "Take it outside" (often used to suggest resolving a conflict or argument outside).