Outremers

Part of speech: noun

Definitions

1. Characterizing either an excessively extravagant style or a person who acts in a manner that is far removed from the norms of society
2. Describing someone or something that is exceptionally unconventional or audacious in nature
3. Pertaining to individuals or elements that are outstandingly bizarre or extreme compared to accepted standards

Etymology: "Outremers" is the plural of "outremer," a noun for an outlandishly eccentric person, borrowed from French. In French, "outre-mer" means "overseas," literally "beyond the sea," combining "outre" ("beyond," from Latin "ultra") and "mer" ("sea," from Latin "mare"). The English noun keeps the French spelling and plural pattern.