proximity

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proximity

The books are grouped by proximity on the library shelf.

Definition

Noun: 1. The state of being near or close to something or someone in space, time, or relationship. It refers to the quality of nearness in distance, time, or connection. 2. The area or region immediately surrounding a person or thing. It can refer to the immediate vicinity or surroundings.

Usage

The word "proximity" is a formal noun used to describe closeness. It is often used with the preposition "to" (proximity to something) or "in" (in close proximity). It is commonly applied in contexts like geography, urban planning, technology, and abstract relationships.

Examples
  • Spatial Closeness:
  • Temporal Closeness:
  • Relational Closeness:
  • Immediate Vicinity:
Advanced Usage
  • "In close proximity to": A common phrase emphasizing very near distance.
    • The sensor activates when an object is in close proximity to it.
  • "Proximity sensor": A technical term for a device that detects the presence of nearby objects without physical contact.
    • Most smartphones have a proximity sensor that turns off the screen during a call.
Variants and Related Words
  • Proximal (adj): Situated close to a point of origin or attachment. (Often used in anatomy, e.g., ).
  • Approximate (v/adj): To come close to; nearly exact. (While related, it focuses on closeness in nature or quantity rather than physical distance).
Synonyms
  • Closeness: The state of being near.
  • Nearness: The condition of being at a short distance.
  • Vicinity: The area near or surrounding a particular place.
  • Propinquity: Formal term for proximity, often implying closeness in nature or relationship.
Antonyms
  • Distance: The amount of space between two things.
  • Remoteness: The state of being far away.
  • Separation: The action of moving or being moved apart.
Related Idioms/Phrases
  • "Within proximity": Located close enough to be relevant or accessible.
    • Several good restaurants are within proximity of the hotel.
proximity

The books are grouped by proximity on the library shelf.

Noun
  1. a Gestalt principle of organization holding that (other things being equal) objects or events that are near to one another (in space or time) are perceived as belonging together as a unit
  2. the region close around a person or thing
  3. the property of being close together

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