Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
inlying
Adjective
/ɪnˈlaɪ.ɪŋ/
Definition
Situated inside or within something; not on the surface or edge.
Examples
- The inlying hills provided a beautiful backdrop to the valley.
- Inlying streams are often less accessible than those that are wider and more exposed.
- The inlying features of the landscape are often overlooked by casual visitors.
Meaning
Referring to something that is located towards the interior of a space, often used in geographical or structural contexts.
Synonyms
- Inner
- Internal
- Contained
