Neighbourhood (Noun)
Meaning 1
People living near one another; "it is a friendly neighborhood"; "my neighborhood voted for Bush".
Classification
Nouns denoting groupings of people or objects.
Examples
- The residents of the neighbourhood have formed a close-knit community over the years.
- She moved to a new neighbourhood to escape the noise and chaos of the city.
- It's a quiet neighbourhood with a strong sense of security and trust among residents.
- The local council is working to improve the amenities in our neighbourhood.
- In this neighbourhood, everyone knows each other's names and looks out for one another.
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Meaning 2
A surrounding or nearby region; "the plane crashed in the vicinity of Asheville"; "it is a rugged locality"; "he always blames someone else in the immediate neighborhood"; "I will drop in on you the next time I am in this neck of the woods".
Classification
Nouns denoting spatial position.
Examples
- The accident occurred in the neighbourhood of the city centre, causing significant traffic congestion.
- The police are searching for a suspect in the neighbourhood where the crime was committed.
- The new restaurant is located in a charming neighbourhood with plenty of shops and cafes.
- The plane crashed in the neighbourhood of the small town, causing widespread damage.
- The hotel is situated in a quiet neighbourhood, just a short walk from the beach.