I. (ˈ)ek|stirēə(r), -tēr-, ikˈs- adjective
Etymology: Latin, comp. of exter, exterus outward, on the outside, foreign, strange, from ex out of, from — more at ex-
1. : external ; especially : situated at and forming the outer surface or limit
the exterior surface of a tennis ball
or a part of the outer surface or limit
the exterior slope of a mountain
— opposed to interior
2.
a. : of or relating to an exterior
an exterior appearance of happiness
b. : suitable for use on outside surfaces (as of a house) : capable of withstanding normal wear and tear of weather conditions for a considerable period of time
an exterior paint
an exterior finish for the clapboarding
Synonyms: see outer
II. noun
( -s )
1. : something that is exterior: as
a. archaic : exterior features : externals — usually used in plural
b. : exterior part (as of a building)
the house has an old exterior
or surface
the exterior of a tennis ball
or appearance
under a cheerful exterior I have got a spirit that is angry — Mark Twain
2.
a. : a representation of an outdoor scene (as a stage or motion-picture set)
remarkably realistic exteriors
b. : a background or acting sequence photographed or played outdoors (as for motion pictures or television)
exteriors for the movie will be filmed in Arizona