outreach

noun, verb — 8 senses

outreach

noun

/ˈaʊtɹiːtʃ/

Etymology From out- + reach.

1

The act of reaching out.

2

The act of raising awareness.

3

The extent or length of one's reach.

4

The act or practice of visiting and providing services (of a charity, church, or other organization) to people who might not otherwise have access to those services.

  • He is involved in social outreach, education and environmental initiatives.
  • an outreach program for people who cannot read
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  • Perhaps the most significant role for Katrina and her team is their outreach work with those who would otherwise have a barrier to travel.2021 January 27, Paul Stephen, “Compassion and a community spirit”, in RAIL, number 923, page 50:

outreach

verb

/aʊtˈɹiːtʃ/

Etymology From out- + reach.

1

To reach further than.

2

To surpass or exceed.

3

To go too far.

4

To provide charitable or religious services to people who would otherwise not have access to those services.

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