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Meaning of outsider

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

outsider

Pronunciation:/ˌaʊtˈsaɪdəɹ/

noun

Definitions

  1. One who is not part of a community or organization.

    Example: While the initiated easily understand the symbols, they are wholly inaccessible to outsiders.

  2. A newcomer with little or no experience in an organization or community.

    Example: Seeing the mess professional politicians have made of things is it any wonder the electorate is beginning to prefer outsiders.

  3. A competitor or contestant who has little chance of winning; a long shot

    Example: Johnny was an outsider at this years karate tournament, but he still managed to win second place out of sheer determination.