Nigh (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Being on the left side; "the near or nigh horse is the one on the left"; "the animal's left side is its near or nigh side".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The nigh horse is the one on the left side of the team.
- When riding a horse, the nigh side is the left side, where the rider typically mounts and dismounts.
- In horse handling, the nigh rein is the left rein, used to guide the horse's head and body.
- The veterinarian examined the cow's nigh side first, checking for any signs of illness or injury.
- The nigh wheel is the left wheel on a cart or carriage, which is often used as a reference point for navigating tight spaces.
Synonyms
Meaning 2
Not far distant in time or space or degree or circumstances; "near neighbors"; "in the near future"; "they are near equals"; "his nearest approach to success"; "a very near thing"; "a near hit by the bomb"; "she was near tears"; "she was close to tears"; "had a close call".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The store is nigh the city center, making it a convenient shopping destination.
- In the nigh future, we can expect to see significant advancements in technology.
- The two siblings are nigh inseparable, always spending their free time together.
- The new policy is nigh identical to the one proposed last year, with only minor changes.
- The village is nigh the foot of the mountain, providing breathtaking views to its residents.