Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
out-and-about
adjective
/ˈaʊt ənd əˈbaʊt/
Definition
The phrase ‘out-and-about’ refers to being out in public or engaged in various activities away from home.
Examples
- She’s been out-and-about all day, visiting friends and shopping.
- After a long week of work, he was excited to be out-and-about during the weekend.
- With the nice weather, everyone was out-and-about enjoying the sunshine.
Meaning
It typically means being active and social, often implying that one is running errands, visiting places, or enjoying the company of others.
Synonyms
- active
- busy
- social
- engaged
