neighboring
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of neighboring
Explanation
An object that's neighboring is right next to something else. Neighboring countries share a common border, and neighboring cars are parked side-by-side. In a restaurant, if someone at the neighboring table starts telling terrible jokes, you'll have to listen, since they're adjacent to your table. And if you live in Maine, New Hampshire is the only neighboring state. The adjective neighboring comes from the verb form of neighbor, which is rooted in the Old English words neah, "near," and gebur, "dweller."
Example Sentences
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The neighboring states "declare their intent to conclusively end the conflict, address its underlying causes, and to therewith formally conclude any state of war between them."
From Barron's • Jun. 27, 2026
At least three neighboring warehouses were also damaged.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 26, 2026
Fire officials said these were part of ongoing efforts to mitigate some of the impacts clearing the site could have on the neighboring community and the environment.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 26, 2026
The smoke from the fire, which has prompted smoke advisories, has made its way to neighboring communities in the region, affecting many residents living near the warehouse.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 24, 2026
Like chimps, they are territorial and may kill hyenas from neighboring clans.
From "My Life with the Chimpanzees" by Jane Goodall
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