as in outdoor
of, relating to, or held in the open air
a retirement community offering tennis, golf, and other outdoorsy activities
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Recent Examples of outdoorsy
But according to People, both were outdoorsy, with a fondness for skiing and camping.
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Chris Murphy, Vanity Fair, 13 Feb. 2026
This is an outdoorsy way of life with fly fishing (its original drawcard), mountain biking, hiking, lake cruising, and white-water rafting on the doorstep of Huka Lodge.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Jan. 2026
Durable and waterproof, the shoes are an outdoorsy person’s ideal pair and one of Brooklyn’s biggest style symbols.
—Olivia Cefalu, InStyle, 14 Jan. 2026
This sage in particular diffuses something outdoorsy, authentic, and evergreen that feels comforting and nostalgic.
—Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 1 Dec. 2025
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Chris Murphy, Vanity Fair, 13 Feb. 2026
This is an outdoorsy way of life with fly fishing (its original drawcard), mountain biking, hiking, lake cruising, and white-water rafting on the doorstep of Huka Lodge.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Jan. 2026
Durable and waterproof, the shoes are an outdoorsy person’s ideal pair and one of Brooklyn’s biggest style symbols.
—Olivia Cefalu, InStyle, 14 Jan. 2026
This sage in particular diffuses something outdoorsy, authentic, and evergreen that feels comforting and nostalgic.
—Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 1 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for outdoorsy
outdoor
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Conato Perfect for a mellow night out after a day of exploring, Conato features a warm atmosphere in a rustic outdoor setting.—
Regina Zumarraga,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Apr. 2026
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As well as the private pool, the large deck includes an outdoor kitchen area, shower and hammock built for two, the perfect place to watch the stars with just the sound of the birds and crickets.—
Hollie Clemence,
TheWeek,
27 Apr. 2026
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“Outdoorsy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/outdoorsy. Accessed 4 May. 2026.
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