Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

bordering countries

noun
/ˈbɔːrdərɪŋ ˈkʌntriz/
Definition
Countries that share a common boundary or border with one another.
Examples
  • Canada and the United States are bordering countries.
  • Germany shares its borders with several bordering countries, including France and Poland.
  • Mexico is a bordering country to the south of the United States.
Meaning
Bordering countries are nations that are located next to each other and have a physical border dividing them.
Synonyms
  • Neighboring nations
  • Adjacent countries
  • Contiguous countries