Out"side` (?), n. 1.
The external part of a thing; the part, end, or side which forms
the surface; that which appears, or is manifest; that which is
superficial; the exterior.
There may be great need of an outside where
there is little or nothing within.
South.
Created beings see nothing but our
outside.
Addison.
2. The part or space which lies without an
inclosure; the outer side, as of a door, walk, or boundary.
I threw open the door of my chamber, and found the
family standing on the outside.
Spectator.
3. The furthest limit, as to number,
quantity, extent, etc.; the utmost; as, it may last a week at the
outside.
4. One who, or that which, is without; hence,
an outside passenger, as distinguished from one who is
inside. See Inside, n. 3.
[Colloq. Eng.]
Out"side` (?), a. 1.
Of or pertaining to the outside; external; exterior;
superficial.
2. Reaching the extreme or farthest limit, as
to extent, quantity, etc.; as, an outside estimate.
[Colloq.]
Outside finish (Arch.), a term for
the minor parts, as corner boards, hanging stiles, etc., required to
complete the exterior of a wooden building; -- rare in
masonry.
Out"side` (?), adv. or
prep. On or to the outside (of); without; on the exterior; as,
to ride outside the coach; he stayed outside.
