outing
|out-ing|
B1
/ˈaʊtɪŋ/
short trip
Etymology
Etymology Information
'outing' originates from the Old English word 'ūtian,' where 'ūt' meant 'out.'
Historical Evolution
'ūtian' transformed into the Middle English word 'outen,' and eventually became the modern English word 'outing.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to go out,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a short trip or excursion.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a short trip or excursion, usually for pleasure.
We went on a family outing to the beach.
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Noun 2
the act of revealing someone's sexual orientation or gender identity without their consent.
The outing of the celebrity caused a media frenzy.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35