noun
unselected; not chosen; off the list
Used for something that was not selected or did not make the cut, especially in competitions, awards, or official selections. Often appears in phrases like 選外佳作 (honorable mention) or 選外作品 (unselected work).
彼の作品は選外だったが、多くの人の印象に残った。
His work was not selected, but it left an impression on many people.
選外佳作として名前が載っていた
My name was listed as an honorable mention.