Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

adjacency

noun
/əˈdʒeɪ.sən.si/
Definition
The state of being adjacent or close to something.
Examples
  • The adjacency of the two buildings allowed for easy access between them.
  • In geometry, the adjacency of angles is important for calculating their relationships.
Meaning
Adjacency refers to the relationship or condition of being next to or adjoining something else.
Synonyms
  • proximity
  • closeness
  • nearness
  • contiguity