Meaning & use

Outdoorsy

adjective·Everyday

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Fond of, or well suited to, activities and time spent outside, such as hiking, camping, or sports.

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She's very outdoorsy and spends most weekends hiking or kayaking.

The lodge has an outdoorsy vibe with exposed timber and hiking maps on the walls.

A note on using this word

An informal adjective that became common in everyday speech in the 20th century, describing a lifestyle or personality trait.

Words with a similar meaning

nature-lovingathletic

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Words with an opposite meaning

indoorsy

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