near (Meaning)
near (v)
move towards
near (a)
not far distant in time or space or degree or circumstances
near (s)
being on the left side
closely resembling the genuine article
giving or spending with reluctance
with or in a close or intimate relationship
very close in resemblance
near (r)
near in time or place or relationship
(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but
near (adv.)
At a little distance, in place, time, manner, or degree; not remote; nigh.
Nearly; almost; well-nigh.
Closely; intimately.
Not far distant in time, place, or degree; not remote; close at hand; adjacent; neighboring; nigh.
Closely connected or related.
Close to one's interests, affection, etc.; touching, or affecting intimately; intimate; dear; as, a near friend.
Close to anything followed or imitated; not free, loose, or rambling; as, a version near to the original.
So as barely to avoid or pass injury or loss; close; narrow; as, a near escape.
Next to the driver, when he is on foot; in the Unted States, on the left of an animal or a team; as, the near ox; the near leg. See Off side, under Off, a.
To approach; to come nearer; as, the ship neared the land.
near (a)
Immediate; direct; close; short.
Close-fisted; parsimonious.
near (prep.)
Adjacent to; close by; not far from; nigh; as, the ship sailed near the land. See the Note under near, a.
near (v. i.)
To draw near; to approach.
Synonyms & Antonyms of near
near Sentence Examples
- The dog sat near the fireplace, its tail wagging contentedly.
- The store is located near the town square, making it easily accessible.
- The park is situated near a lake, offering stunning views.
- The hotel is within walking distance, being located just near the beach.
- The neighbor's dog barks incessantly, creating a racket near my house.
- The library has a large collection of books, with a children's section located near the entrance.
- The grocery store is located near my work, so I can easily pick up items during my lunch break.
- The parking lot was near capacity, as it was a busy Saturday afternoon.
- The hiking trail passes near a waterfall, providing a breathtaking sight along the way.
- The airport is located near the city center, making it convenient for travelers to reach their destinations.
FAQs About the word near
move towards, not far distant in time or space or degree or circumstances, being on the left side, closely resembling the genuine article, giving or spending wi
beside,around, at,across, towards, by, about, next door to, along, nigh
far, far, further, further,that, other, other, that, opposite, opposite
The dog sat near the fireplace, its tail wagging contentedly.
The store is located near the town square, making it easily accessible.
The park is situated near a lake, offering stunning views.
The hotel is within walking distance, being located just near the beach.
