outermost

adjective

out·​er·​most ˈau̇-tər-ˌmōst How to pronounce outermost (audio)
: farthest out

Examples of outermost in a Sentence

The arrow hit the outermost ring on the target. the outermost planet in our solar system
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The corona is the Sun’s outermost atmosphere. Jenna Prestininzi, Freep.com, 16 Sep. 2025 Start on the outermost ring of the wreath form, and work inward to create a layered look. Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Sep. 2025 Scarring The outermost layer of skin is the body’s first line of defense against UV radiation. Sherri Gordon, Health, 15 Sep. 2025 To do so requires staring at the star for long periods of time as each planet completes an orbit, up to about 19 days for the outermost planet, and crosses in front of the star relative to us. Jonathan O'Callaghan, Scientific American, 8 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for outermost

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of outermost was in the 14th century

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“Outermost.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/outermost. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.

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outermost

adjective
out·​er·​most ˈau̇t-ər-ˌmōst How to pronounce outermost (audio)
: farthest out

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