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Neighbor

UK //ˈneɪ.bər// US //ˈneɪ.bɚ// Pronunciation

Definition

A person living next door or nearby.

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In simple words: A person living next to you.

Examples

• My **neighbor** helped me fix my car.
• We invited our **neighbor** to the barbecue.
• It's nice to have a kind **neighbor** like you.

Usage notes

Commonly used in friendly contexts. In more formal settings, use 'adjacent resident.' Avoid in legal or technical discussions.

Grammar pattern

noun, plural: neighbors

Memory hint

Think of 'neighbor' as someone who is 'near.'

Collocations

• next-door neighbor
• friendly neighbor
• local neighbor

Synonyms

• adjacent resident
• local
• dweller

Antonyms

• stranger
• foreigner

Common mistakes

• Confused with 'neighbour' vs 'neighbor' (spelling difference in British and American English).
• Using 'neighbor' for someone from another country instead of within a community.