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vicinity n

Vicinity means the nearby area. Explore the term's definition, IPA/phonetic pronunciation, and usage examples.

Definition of vicinity

  • the nearby area

Usage examples of vicinity

There are several coffee shops in the vicinity of the courthouse, all within a five-minute walk.

Police searched the vicinity of the station, meaning the streets and buildings nearby.

Residents in the vicinity of the fire were told to keep their windows closed.

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