outlander

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Noun outlander has 1 sense

foreigner, alien, noncitizen, outlander - a person who comes from a foreign country; someone who does not owe allegiance to your country
--₁ is a kind of traveler, traveller
--₁ has particulars:
au pair; exile, deportee; gringo; import, importee; metic

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Outlander

Noun:

1. A foreigner or outsider, especially one who is unfamiliar with a particular place or culture.

Example sentence: The small village was wary of the outlander who had suddenly arrived, unsure of his intentions.

Proper Noun:

1. A popular book series written by Diana Gabaldon, also known as the "Outlander" series.

Example sentence: I highly recommend reading the Outlander series by Diana Gabaldon; it is filled with adventure and romance!

Adjective:

1. Describing something or someone that is from a different time or era.

Example sentence: The historical site showcased ancient artifacts and outlander relics, giving visitors a sense of the past.

Verb:

1. To go beyond the limits or boundaries of something.

Example sentence: The astronauts felt a sense of awe as they outlandered Earth's atmosphere and entered space.