Outskirts
/ˈaʊt.skɪrts/
The outskirts are the parts of a city or town that are farthest away from the center, where there are usually fewer buildings and more open spaces like parks and farms.
Examples
- The new playground was built on the outskirts of the city, making it a quiet place to play.
- When we went hiking with our class, we explored the forests on the outskirts of town.
- The animal shelter is located on the outskirts, where there is more space for the animals to run.
Synonyms
border
fringe
edge
suburbs
periphery
Antonyms
center
downtown
heart
main area
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