The idea that the outer appearance communicates something about someone’s inner self threads itself throughout art history.

She doesn't seem to be bothered by her dad's outer appearance and always covers up for him.

This provides a stark contrast to her tomboyish outer appearance and behavior.

Classification into groups was carried out using criteria such as outer appearance, general acceptance and social standing.

From outer appearance, it looks similar to a turtle, and it has hair growing on its back.