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States > Big > Distance > Near

Preferred term

8.2.6.2Near  

Definition

  • Use this domain for words indicating that something is near something else.

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Scope note

  • What words indicate that something is near something else? near, nearby, close, close to, close by, not far, practically on top of, a short distance, locally, in the vicinity, nigh, around, a stone's throw, in the neighborhood. What words describe something that is near? nearby, nearest, the next, neighboring, local, surrounding. What words refer to how near something is? nearness, closeness, proximity. What words indicate that something is near enough so that you can do something? near enough, close enough, within walking distance, within reach, within range, convenient, handy, be close at hand, around the corner, close up, up close, at close quarters, at close range, right under your nose. What words refer to moving nearer to someone or something? approach, get near, get nearer, near (v), draw near, get close, get closer, close in on, get as close as possible. What words refer to moving nearer to a person or vehicle in front of you? catch up, be gaining on, be closing on. What words refer to staying near something? stay close, keep close, hug, cling to. What words indicate that something is nearer than something else? nearer, closer, before, on this side of, nearest, closest.

Notation

  • 8.2.6.2

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https://w3id.org/MoRe-SFB1475/CT/concepts/3636900282

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