Vicinity

/vəˈsɪnɪti/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The area near or surrounding a particular place.

There are several parks in the vicinity of the school.

Proximity; closeness in relation or position.

He lives in the vicinity of the beach, which is a great perk.

The condition of being near or close to something.

The vicinity of the airport makes this hotel very convenient for travelers.

Middle English, from Latin 'vicinitas', meaning neighborhood.

in the vicinity

In the area surrounding a specific place.

within the vicinity

Inside or nearby the area.

vicinity of

In the area surrounding something.

neighbor

One living near or next to another.

proximity

Nearness in space, time, or relationship.

adjacency

The state of being adjacent or next to.