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outskirt

/ˈaʊtskɜːrt/ noun · British & US
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What does outskirt mean?

noun

The outer part of a town or city, especially the area surrounding the central part. An area or region located on the outer edge of something.

Example

"The outskirt of the city was a mix of residential and industrial areas."

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