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/nɪər/ adverb, adjective, verb · British & US
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What does near mean?

adverb, adjective, verb

Used to indicate a position or distance that is not far away; close in time or degree. Also used to indicate a similarity or connection.

Example

"The hotel is near the beach, so you can hear the waves at night."

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