Synonyms for

Outskirts

Verb / ˈaʊˌtskɜ:ts / Another word for outskirts — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

the outer parts of a town or city, typically residential areas

Synonyms & similar words

fringe outskirt periphery fringe suburbs environs borderlands marches hinterland backcountry wilderness boondocks sticks countryside country village hamlet town subdivision

Synonyms by register

Formal

periphery fringe boundary edge

Informal

edge of town outside beyond

Literary

borderlands verge confines

Antonyms

center middle heart core midst interior

Common collocations

  • living on the outskirts
  • the outskirts of the city
  • far outskirts
  • outer outskirts
  • remote outskirts
  • edge of the outskirts

Word family

noun outskirts

Usage note

Outskirts refers to the outer areas or edges of a town or city. It is typically used in the plural form.

Example sentences

  1. The house was located on the outskirts of the city.
  2. We had to drive through the outskirts of town to get to the park.
  3. The outskirts of the city are becoming more developed.
  4. People who live in the outskirts of the city often have to commute to work.
  5. The outskirts of the town are much quieter than the downtown area.

Quotes

  • The outskirts of a great city are always interesting, but especially so of London.
  • The outskirts of the city already began to show a different character.
  • The outskirts of the city were dotted with small houses.

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