outskirt
/ˈaʊtskɜːt/ · /ˈaʊtskɝːt/
CEFR level B2Topic CityWord #5142 in the learning path
市郊；城镇边缘
Definitions
n. The outer parts of a town or city; usually plural
市郊；城镇边缘
Example
My aunt lives on the outskirts near a farm.
我姑妈住在市郊，附近有个农场。
Building affordable housing on the outskirts can reduce costs but may increase residents' dependence on cars.
在市郊建设经济适用房可以降低成本，但可能增加居民对汽车的依赖。
Collocations
- on the outskirts of
- the outskirts of town
Usage tip
通常用复数 outskirts，搭配 on 而非 in。
Note
单数形式罕用；常规词条形式为 outskirts。
FAQ
- What does outskirt mean?
- The outer parts of a town or city; usually plural
- How is outskirt pronounced?
- UK /ˈaʊtskɜːt/, US /ˈaʊtskɝːt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
