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sur·round·ing
 surrounding
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- pronunciation:
- s
raUn
dIng
- parts of speech:
- adjective, noun
- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective)
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adjective |
| definition 1: |
enclosing; encircling.
The old town had been protected from invaders by its surrounding walls. |
| definition 2: |
being part of what encircles something or is nearby.
The rumor quickly spread to the surrounding villages.The fire in the factory did no damage to surrounding buildings. |
| related words: |
neighboring |
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| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition: |
the process of encircling.
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| related words: |
background, climate, color, embrace, nature, vicinity |
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