Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
out-of-state
Adjective
/aʊt əv steɪt/
Definition
Located or originating from a different state than the one being referred to.
Examples
- The out-of-state students found it challenging to adjust to their new environment.
- We need to check the out-of-state registration requirements for vehicles.
- He received a scholarship aimed at out-of-state applicants.
Meaning
The term ‘out-of-state’ is used to describe someone or something that comes from another state, especially in the context of travel, residency, or legal matters.
Synonyms
- non-resident
- interstate
- external
