proximity

[prok-sim-i-tee]

noun

1. nearness in place, time, order, occurrence, or relation; closeness.

proximity

/ prɒkˈsɪmɪtɪ /

noun

1. nearness in space or time

2. nearness or closeness in a series

Other Word Forms

• nonproximity noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of proximity¹

First recorded in 1475–85; late Middle English; from Middle French proximité, from Latin proximitāt-, stem of proximitās “nearness, adjacent area, vicinity”

Word History and Origins

Origin of proximity¹

C15: from Latin proximitās closeness; see _proximate

Example Sentences

Earlier this week, Kneecap announced they were cancelling all 15 of their sold-out US tour dates in October due to the proximity of the upcoming court hearing.

From BBC

When it comes to choosing those instruments, it’s whatever is in his proximity.

From Los Angeles Times

They chose Long Beach because of its proximity to the beach for surfing and a preponderance of youthful — but not too youthful — vibes.

From Los Angeles Times

But with the improvement of cross-strait relations and economic links, many on Kinmen view their proximity to China as a boon, not a bane.

From BBC

The process leads to some very wonky-shaped maps, in which certain groups are lumped together regardless of their geographic proximity.

From BBC

Related Words

• closeness