surrounding
Pronunciation
Adjective
B2 Upper-intermediate
Quick answer
Located around or near a particular place.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
neighboring
nearby
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The _____ hills were covered in fog."
Answer: surrounding
In your own words, what does "surrounding" mean?
Located around or near a particular place.
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