outing

[US]/ˈaʊtɪŋ/
[UK]/ˈaʊtɪŋ/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n. excursion; short trip; sports competition
adj. suitable for an excursion
v. to go out; to expose.

Phrases & Collocations

family outing

picnic outing

spring outing

go outing

Example Sentences

an outing at the beach

they would go on family outings to the movies.

her daily outing to the shops.

outings vivify learning for children.

Madonna's first screen outing in three years.

We went for an outing that included a picnic and a volleyball game.

she enjoyed the outing, stepping out manfully.

Mateless I seldom go outing for spring,

A family’s outing ended in tragedy when their boat capsized.

They made detailed plans for an outing,but they reckoned without the possibility of inclement weather.

The fire crew’s annual outing turned into a busman’s holiday when their bus caught fire. Fortunately, no one was hurt in the blaze.

Real-world Examples

Just so we're clear, there will be no family outings.

Source: Desperate Housewives (Audio Version) Season 4

Residents are just politely requested to avoid unnecessary outings.

Source: NPR News January 2021 Compilation

He could see people on deck enjoying their outing.

Source: Modern University English Intensive Reading (2nd Edition) Volume 3

I will temper my ways in our next outing.

Source: Super Girl Season 2 S02

Pat Nixon's frocks are given an outing.

Source: The Economist - International

Some people think it's just an outing coming to be dressed up.

Source: Learn to dress like a celebrity.

Those over 65 years of age are being told to avoid unnecessary outings.

Source: BBC Listening Collection August 2022

I don't want to make you late for your works' outing!

Source: Yes, Minister Season 3

There are lots of fun, traditional activities that Chinese people enjoy during their spring outing.

Source: Daily English Listening | Bilingual Intensive Reading

Ms Black always edits the commercial videos of her whale outings to make them more interesting.

Source: The Economist - International

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