Meaning
Pertaining to entities that are situated in close proximity to one another, particularly in a geographical or relational context, often implying a degree of interaction or influence among them.
💡 The term "neighbouring" is often used in contexts that emphasize not just physical closeness, but also social, economic, or political relationships; it is important to avoid confusion with "neighboring," which is the American English spelling.
Example Sentences
Word in Context
On
her
first
morning
after
relocating
to
the
small
,
well
-
preserved
terrace
,
she
walked
slowly
along
the
street
to
familiarise
herself
with
the
surroundings
.
The
neighbouring
houses
,
with
their
modest
gardens
and
worn
brick
facades
,
hinted
at
a
long
-
established
community
that
took
quiet
pride
in
appearance
.
A
bakery
a
few
doors
down
served
early
customers
who
chatted
on
the
pavement
,
and
the
soft
hum
of
conversation
created
a
calm
,
welcoming
atmosphere
.
When
a
neighbour
offered
practical
advice
about
local
shops
and
recycling
days
,
she
felt
immediately
more
confident
about
settling
in
.
By
late
afternoon
she
planned
a
short
walk
to
the
park
at
the
end
of
the
road
so
she
could
learn
the
weekly
rhythms
that
would
shape
her
daily
life
.
Common Phrases
neighbouring countries
neighbouring communities
neighbouring regions
Synonyms
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