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adjective

al-ˈfre-(ˌ)skō How to pronounce alfresco (audio)
Definition of alfresconext
as in outdoor
of, relating to, or held in the open air during the summer months, the theater company puts on a series of alfresco performances

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adverb

al-ˈfre-(ˌ)skō How to pronounce alfresco (audio)
as in outside
in or into the open air the restaurant's shaded terrace is highly recommended for those seeking to dine alfresco

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  1. outdoor
  2. outside
  3. outdoors
  4. out
Adjective
  • The scientists made the determination based on weather conditions in Las Vegas on July 8, 2001, and the outdoor crime scene.
    Saleen Martin, USA TODAY, 16 Dec. 2024
  • Alex Hutchinson is a National Magazine Award-winning journalist and Outside’s Sweat Science columnist, covering the latest research on endurance and outdoor sports.
    Alex Hutchinson, Outside Online, 16 Dec. 2024
Definition of outdoor
Adverb
  • When the weather's right, that's the perfect excuse to ready the grill and cook and eat outside.
    Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 24 Dec. 2024
  • The house’s owner, who was outside, ran at the dog, yelling, using some choice words.
    James Parker, The Atlantic, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of outside
Adjective
  • Winter activities like snowshoeing and tubing are a fun way to enjoy the outdoors while supporting regional businesses.
    Tykesha Spivey Burton, AFAR Media, 10 Dec. 2024
  • These earbuds are made for the outdoors thanks to their water and dust resistance.
    Nora Colomer, Fox News, 27 Nov. 2024
Definition of outdoors
Adverb
  • Jake Elliott missed again, this time from 51 yards out.
    Jim Reineking, USA TODAY, 20 Dec. 2024
  • Teammates were lined up out wide along the line of scrimmage.
    Thuc Nhi Nguyen, Los Angeles Times, 20 Dec. 2024
Definition of out
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“Alfresco.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/alfresco. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.

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