Outlying/ˈaʊtlaɪɪŋ/ Definition 1 of 1Pro Tip 1/3Physical Distance Implies a significant physical separation from a central or main location. The farm is in an outlying area, two hours from the city. Pro Tip 2/3Less Development 'Outlying' often suggests less development or lower population than central areas. Outlying villages lack the amenities found in the urban center. Pro Tip 3/3Not Central Use it to emphasize something is not part of the main or central area. The team's training camp is located on the outlying edges of the city.