external
/ɪkˈstɜrnəl/
noun
- The outer side or surface of something; often used in the plural form 'externals' to refer to outward appearances or features.
- She focused on the externals of the project, like the packaging and design.
- Don't judge a book by its externals; the content is what matters.
- The externals of the building were impressive, but the inside needed work.
adjective
- Located on or relating to the outside or outer part of something.
- The external walls of the house need to be painted.
- Doctors examined the external injuries before checking for internal damage.
- The external temperature dropped below freezing last night.
- Coming from or happening outside a particular place, group, or system.
- External factors like the weather affected the event's success.
- Students can apply for external funding from government programs.
- The company hired an external consultant to review their finances.