outermost
|out-er-most|
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/ˈaʊtərˌmoʊst/
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/ˈaʊtəməʊst/
farthest out
Etymology
Etymology Information
'outermost' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'utermost,' where 'uter' meant 'outer' and 'most' was a superlative suffix.
Historical Evolution
'utermost' transformed into the modern English word 'outermost' through the influence of Old English 'ūtemest.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'farthest out,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
furthest from the center or inside; located at the very edge or boundary.
The outermost layer of the Earth is the crust.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45