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    Contiguo (en. Adjacent)

    /kontiˈɣwo/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adjective
    Refers to something that has direct contact with another thing without separation.
    The contiguous houses share a wall.
    Las casas contiguas comparten una pared.
    Designates elements that are close to each other.
    The contiguous territories have a common border.
    Los territorios contiguos tienen una frontera común.
    Describes actions that occur simultaneously or in proximity.
    The contiguous meetings are held on the same day.
    Las reuniones contiguas se celebran el mismo día.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'contiguus', meaning 'that is next to or alongside'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    contiguous to
    next to, alongside.
    contiguo a
    contiguous spaces
    areas that are joined without separation.
    espacios contiguos
    contiguous elements
    immediate coincidences or relationships.
    elementos contiguos

    Related Words

    contiguity
    The state of being next to each other.
    contigüidad
    geographical contiguity
    Proximity of regions or territories.
    contiguidad geográfica

    Slang Meanings

    Close by, informally.
    I live contiguous to the beach, it's great.
    Vivo contiguo a la playa, es genial.
    Literally next door.
    That bar is contiguous to my house.
    Ese bar está contiguo a mi casa.