Out-relief refers to the assistance provided by the government or other organizations to people who are not residing in an institution such as a hospital or prison. The term is used in social welfare to describe support provided to those living outside an institution. Some synonyms for out-relief include outdoor relief, domiciliary relief, and home relief. These terms refer to the same type of assistance but may be used in different regions or contexts. Outdoor relief is most commonly used in the UK, while domiciliary relief is used in Australia and Canada. Home relief is a more general term that can be used in any English-speaking country.