good-neighbor

American  

[good-ney-ber] / ˈgʊdˈneɪ bər /

adjective

1. characterized by friendly political relations and mutual aid between countries.

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Etymology

Origin of good-neighbor

First recorded in 1925–30

Example Sentences

“The good-neighbor agreement is a win-win,” said Doug Ezell, a longtime customer.

From New York Times

A good-neighbor agreement signed between the mining company and a coalition of environmental and citizens’ groups has helped protect water quality and prevent industrial pollution.

From New York Times

Putin encouraged other countries to establish good-neighbor relations with Afghanistan’s new leaders in the days after the Taliban takeover.

From Washington Post

“I want to be alone. None of that country good-neighbor business, I hope. Everybody trading dinners and knowing everybody else’s business.”

From Literature

Displaying a messy yard may not win any good-neighbor awards, but entomologists say our vital but dwindling insect pollinator populations would be much better off.

From Seattle Times