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vicinity

Pronunciation: [vɪˈsɪn.ɪ.ti]

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Learn how to use vicinity in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “location”

(noun) the area that is nearby or around a particular place. Think about where you live or play; the vicinity is the space around that place.

Example

There are many shops in the vicinity of my house.

Example

There are no parks in the vicinity of the old factory.

Example

What interesting places are in the vicinity of our school?

Context: “relationship”

(noun) being near someone or something in a social or emotional way. It can mean having a close connection with them, like being friends or family.

Example

Her kindness makes her feel like she is in the vicinity of my heart.

Example

I don't feel any vicinity to him; we hardly know each other.

Example

Do you feel a sense of vicinity with your classmates?

How to pronounce vicinity

Pronunciation: [vɪˈsɪn.ɪ.ti]

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