Nearby Definition & Meaning
nearby
- adverb
- not far away in relative terms; "she works nearby"; "the planets orbiting nearby are Venus and Mars"
- adjective
- close at hand; "the nearby towns"; "concentrated his study on the nearby planet Venus"
"Nearby" in song lyrics
See how nearby is used in real songs:
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"She never let 'em sweat me, keep the joint nearby"
Al' Tariq — Foxxy Brown -
"when you hear you will now that the lord is nearby"
Smooth Tha Messenger — Now Ya Know -
"hilton suite in ca places nearby"
AOL — AOL
Words that rhyme with nearby
Usage tips for "nearby"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "nearby" 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 nearby to find words that pair well.
Use "nearby" in a verse
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does nearby mean?
- not far away in relative terms; "she works nearby"; "the planets orbiting nearby are Venus and Mars" close at hand; "the nearby towns"; "concentrated his study on the nearby planet Venus"
- What part of speech is nearby?
- Nearby is an adverb and an adjective.
- How many definitions does nearby have?
- Nearby has 2 definitions across 2 parts of speech (adverb, adjective).