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outbuilding

B2 Topic:General Vocabulary
US /ˈaʊtˌbɪldɪŋ/ UK /ˈaʊtˌbɪl.dɪŋ/
Freq #87918

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Synonyms
1 noun · a smaller building, such as... shedannexouthouse
Opposites
main building
Word family
Forms outbuildings
Related forms shedbarngarage

Etymology

A compound of out + building, with out- indicating a secondary structure standing outside the main house. It commonly includes sheds, barns, garages, and other detached service buildings.

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