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Definition of neighbor

neighbor

/ˈneɪ.bər/
(UK: neighbour)
neigh · bor
Plural:neighbors
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Adjective:neighborly
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Past Simple:neighbored
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Past Participle:neighbored
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Present Participle:neighboring
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neighbor Lexical Profile

neighbor Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

American A person living near or next door to the speaker or person referred to.

Example

"Our next-door neighbor kindly offered to water our plants while we were away on vacation."

2

American A place, country, or object that is situated immediately next to or near another.

Example

"Canada is the northern neighbor of the United States."

3

American Any fellow human being in need of kindness, compassion, or assistance.

Example

"The ethical philosophy encourages everyone to care for their neighbor regardless of background."

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• verb

1

American To be situated next to or very near to another place or thing.

Example

"The quiet botanical garden neighbors the historic university campus."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Spelled 'neighbor' in American English and 'neighbour' in British, Canadian, and Australian English.

• Rhymes for neighbor

• Nearby Words

negrophobia
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neigh
neighbor
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neighboring
neighborliness

Word Origin & Etymology

From Old English 'neahgebur', a compound of 'neah' (meaning 'nigh' or 'near') and 'gebur' (meaning 'dweller' or 'peasant', related to 'boor').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Neighbor. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/neighbor
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