outsider
outsider is a polysyllabic word with 2 syllables. Using the Knuth-Liang algorithm, we calculated the hyphenation for the word you’ve entered. However, this hyphenation has not been verified against authoritative sources and may be approximate. This is because the algorithm relies on pre-defined patterns that may not cover all exceptions, contextual variations, or irregular spellings. We are working to verify hyphenations against trusted sources to ensure greater accuracy. For now, outsider is hyphenated as:
Definitions ofoutsider
- One who is not part of a community or organization.
Example: "While the initiated easily understand the symbols, they are wholly inaccessible to outsiders."
- A newcomer with little or no experience in an organization or community.
Example: "Seeing the mess professional politicians have made of things is it any wonder the electorate is beginning to prefer outsiders."
- A competitor or contestant who has little chance of winning; a long shot
Example: "Johnny was an outsider at this years karate tournament, but he still managed to win second place out of sheer determination."
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