### Question
How does the law define outside director?


### Answer
Under *15 U.S.C. § 77k*, **outside director** is defined as:

> given such term by rule or regulation of the Commission.

#### Citation:
  - *15 U.S.C. § 77k*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 2A-SECURITIES AND TRUST INDENTURES > SUBCHAPTER I-DOMESTIC SECURITIES**

