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uh-JAYSNT/əˈdʒeɪsnt/

Adjacent means next to something, usually sharing a border or wall — more precise than near, which can still leave a gap. You say adjacent to + place; next door is the everyday phrase for buildings. Neighbouring is close, but adjacent is the word on maps, plans, and formal descriptions. It is slightly formal in speech: beside or next to is more natural over coffee.

Meaning

Next to something; very near.

Examples

• “The library is adjacent to the school.”
• “The café is adjacent to the station entrance.”
• “Park in the adjacent car park, not on the main road.”

Good to know

adjacent to + noun. Everyday: next to / next door. More exact than near.

Near in meaning

neighbouring

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