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neighbour

[ˈneɪbə(r)]

neighbour Definition

  • 1a person living next door to or very near to the speaker or person referred to
  • 2a person or place in relation to others near or next to it

Using neighbour: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "neighbour" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    My neighbour's dog barks all night long.

  • Example

    I borrowed a cup of sugar from my neighbour.

  • Example

    We have good relations with our neighbours.

  • Example

    The new restaurant is located next to our neighbour, the bookstore.

neighbour Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for neighbour

Idioms Using neighbour

  • good fences make good neighbours

    it is better to maintain clear boundaries between people, especially neighbours, to avoid disputes

    Example

    We decided to put up a fence between our properties because we believe that good fences make good neighbours.

  • next-door neighbour

    the person who lives in the house or apartment next to yours

    Example

    My next-door neighbour is a retired teacher.

  • neighbour on the left/right

    the person who lives in the house or apartment to the left or right of yours

    Example

    Our neighbours on the left are a young couple with two children.

Phrases with neighbour

  • neighbourhood watch

    a group of people who live in the same area and work together to prevent crime and improve their neighbourhood

    Example

    Our neighbourhood watch has been successful in reducing crime in our area.

  • neighbouring countries

    countries that share a border or are close to each other

    Example

    Canada and the United States are neighbouring countries.

  • neighbourhood

    a district or community within a town or city

    Example

    The neighbourhood is known for its beautiful parks and gardens.

Origins of neighbour

from Old English 'neahgebūr', meaning 'near dweller'

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Summary: neighbour in Brief

The term 'neighbour' [ˈneɪbə(r)] refers to a person living next door or nearby, or a place in relation to others near or next to it. It can be used in various contexts, such as borrowing sugar from a neighbour or having good relations with them. Phrases like 'neighbourhood watch' and 'neighbouring countries' extend the meaning to groups of people or countries that are close to each other. The idiom 'good fences make good neighbours' suggests that maintaining clear boundaries can avoid disputes.