Synonyms for

Outing

Verb / ˈaʊtɪŋ / Another word for outing — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

An outing is a short trip taken for leisure or recreation, especially one taken by a group of people.

Synonyms & similar words

picnic pleasuretrip excursion sashay junket comeoutofthecloset comeout fieldday out jaunt expedition excursion jaunt picnic voyage journey expedition safari trek ramble walk amble stroll hike tour visit pilgrimage travel run

Synonyms by register

Formal

excursion expedition journey trip

Informal

jaunt trip out getaway outing

Literary

sojourn peregrination

Antonyms

staying in indoors seclusion confinement hiding solitude

Common collocations

  • family outing
  • school outing
  • company outing
  • day outing
  • weekend outing
  • group outing
  • church outing
  • wildlife outing

Word family

noun outing
verb out

Usage note

An 'outing' typically refers to a short trip or excursion, often for pleasure or a specific purpose. It is generally informal but can be used in more formal contexts like 'company outing'.

Example sentences

  1. We went on an outing to the zoo and saw lots of animals.
  2. The school organized an outing to the beach for the students.
  3. My family and I had a great outing at the amusement park.
  4. The camping outing was a great success!
  5. We're planning an outing to the museum next weekend.

Quotes

  • The best way to make a good thing out of a bad one is to simply go on an outing, like the one described above.
  • I never knew what a true outing was until I went on one with my family.
  • An outing with good friends is always a great way to spend a day.

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