Inside

Pronunciation: /ˌɪnˈsaɪd/

Inside (noun)

  1. the part or space within something

Examples

  • The inside of the box was empty.
  • She cleaned the inside of the car thoroughly.

Common collocations: inside of a building, inside of a machine, inside pocket, inside information, go inside

Inside (adjective)

  1. located or happening within something

Examples

  • The inside walls need painting.
  • The inside pocket is useful for keys.

Inside (adverb)

  1. to or in the inner part of something

Examples

  • He went inside to escape the rain.
  • She stepped inside and closed the door.

Inside (preposition)

  1. in or into the inner part of something

Examples

  • The cat is hiding inside the box.
  • There is a surprise inside the envelope.