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outside vs surface

surface vs outside

outside and surface both are nouns.

outside and surface both are adjectives.

outside is not a verb while surface is a verb.

outside is an adverb but surface is not an adverb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
outside Yes Yes No Yes
surface Yes Yes Yes No
As nouns, surface is a hypernym of outside; that is, surface is a word with a broader meaning than outside:
  • outside: the outer side or surface of something
  • surface: the extended two-dimensional outer boundary of a three-dimensional object
outside (noun) surface (noun)
the outer side or surface of something the outer boundary of an artifact or a material layer constituting or resembling such a boundary
the region that is outside of something a device that provides reactive force when in motion relative to the surrounding air; can lift or control a plane in flight
a superficial aspect as opposed to the real nature of something
information that has become public
the extended two-dimensional outer boundary of a three-dimensional object
the outermost level of the land or sea
outside (adjective) surface (adjective)
relating to or being on or near the outer side or limit on the surface
located, suited for, or taking place in the open air
leading to or from the outside
originating or belonging beyond some bounds
functioning outside the boundaries or precincts of an organized unit
coming from the outside
from or between other countries
(of a baseball pitch) on the far side of home plate from the batter
on or toward an outer edge
unlikely to occur
outside (verb) surface (verb)
appear or become visible; make a showing
put a coat on; cover the surface of; furnish with a surface
come to the surface
outside (adverb) surface (adverb)
outside a building
on the outside
Difference between outside and surface

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