outing
word
Definition
A short trip for pleasure, recreation, or education, usually lasting only a day. It can also mean a social event or activity outside the usual place.
Usage & Nuances
Most common in casual or semi-formal situations (school outing, family outing). Used for day trips, picnics, or social group activities. Not usually for multi-day trips or holidays. Can also refer to a group activity rather than just travel.
Example Sentences
We're going on a school outing to the zoo.
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It was just a casual outing, nothing fancy—just friends hanging out and laughing.
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The family enjoyed a Sunday outing in the park.
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The company organized an outing for its employees.
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Want to join us for a little outing this weekend?
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After our hiking outing, we grabbed some ice cream downtown.
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