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Definition of: exterior
(ik·stir′ē·ər) adjective
1. External; outlying.
2. Manifest to the senses.
3. Acting from without.
4. Pertaining to foreign countries; foreign.
—noun
1. That which is outside; external features or qualities.
2. Hence, the sum of observable qualities or traits: one's physiognomy, demeanor, general appearance, or outward conduct. [<L exterior, compar. of exterus outside]
—ex·te′ri·or·ly adverb
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