Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
juxta
Prefix
ˈdʒʌkstə
Definition
A prefix meaning ‘next to’ or ‘beside’, often used in medical or scientific terminologies.
Examples
- Juxtaposition of images in art can create new meanings.
- The juxta-position of two tectonic plates can lead to earthquakes.
- In anatomy, the juxta-articular region refers to the area next to a joint.
Meaning
Juxta refers to proximity or adjacency to something else. It is commonly used in various fields to describe locations, structures, or relationships that are close to one another.
Synonyms
- Next to
- Adjacent
- Beside
