External
Example: External factors influence overall system performance
Definition
"External" describes something that exists or happens outside of a particular place, object, or system. It often refers to factors, influences, or appearances that are not contained within or intrinsic to the main body or entity being considered.
Etymology
The word "external" comes from the Latin word 'externus,' meaning 'outside' or 'outward.' It entered English through Old French in the late Middle Ages. Did you know? The root 'externus' itself derives from 'exter,' meaning 'outside,' which is related to the preposition 'ex' meaning 'out of.'
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"External" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (B1) - set 4", containing 113 commonly used words.
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