Neighbouring

Definition

Neighbouring refers to being situated next to or adjoining something else.

Parts of Speech

• Adjective

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˈneɪbərɪŋ/
• Respelling: NAY-bur-ing (with "NAY" as in "nay," "bur" as in "burden," and "ing" as in "ring")

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˈneɪbərɪŋ/
• Respelling: NAY-buh-ring (with "NAY" as in "nay," "buh" as a softer version of "bur," and "ing" as in "ring")

In both dialects, "neighbouring" places the primary stress on the first syllable, "NAY." The pronunciation remains consistent across both American and British English, focusing on the clear articulation of "NAY-bur-ing" in American English and "NAY-buh-ring" in British English, although the American version emphasizes a slightly harder "r" sound in "bur."

Etymology

The term "neighbouring" is derived from the Old English "nēahgebūr," where "nēah" means "near" and "gebūr" refers to a dweller or inhabitant. Over time, it has come to denote adjacency or proximity.

Derivatives

• Neighbour
• Neighbourly
• Neighbourhood
• Neighbourless
• Neighbourship

Synonyms

• Adjacent
• Adjoining
• Bordering

Antonyms

• Distant
• Far
• Remote

Usage

"Neighbouring" is commonly used to describe something that is adjacent or nearby to another.

• The village is surrounded by neighbouring farms.
• The two neighbouring countries have a long history of trade.
• The explosion was heard in the neighbouring towns as well.

Related Terms

• Proximity
• Vicinity
• Contiguity

Detailed Definition

Adjective

• Situated Adjacent or Nearby: Being in close proximity or next to something else, especially in terms of location or position.‍
• Example: The neighbouring houses were affected by the fire.

• Having a Relationship of Proximity or Kindred: Relating or having a close or familial relationship due to geography, lineage, or other associations.‍
• Example: They shared resources with their neighbouring tribes.