Distance Definition & Meaning
distance
- noun
- the property created by the space between two objects or points
- a distant region; "I could see it in the distance"
- size of the gap between two places; "the distance from New York to Chicago"; "he determined the length of the shortest line segment joining the two points"
- indifference by personal withdrawal; "emotional distance"
- the interval between two times; "the distance from birth to death"; "it all happened in the space of 10 minutes"
- a remote point in time; "if that happens it will be at some distance in the future"; "at a distance of ten years he had forgotten many of the details"
- verb
- keep at a distance; "we have to distance ourselves from these events in order to continue living"
- go far ahead of; "He outdistanced the other runners"
"Distance" in song lyrics
See how distance is used in real songs:
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"So please play your distance"
12 O'Clock w/ Raekwon the Chef — Nasty Immigrants * -
"I set your soul on fire, so walk in a striking distance"
4th Disciple f/ ShoGun Assason — Who's Eyez Can See -
"And you would watch me far in the distance"
Aesop Rock f/ Ann Colville — Shere Kahn
Words that rhyme with distance
Usage tips for "distance"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "distance" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for distance to find words that pair well.