adj
Uncommon
bordering
Bordering (adj) means sharing a common edge or boundary. Example: “The bordering countries agreed to open the crossing.”
adj
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Sharing a common edge or boundary.
"The bordering countries agreed to open the crossing."
"France and Spain are bordering nations."
How to use bordering
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDescribes something that lies right next to, or shares a boundary with, something else.
Common pairings
bordering countries
bordering states
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Word forms
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The _____ countries agreed to open the crossing.
Rhymes for bordering
peering
tapering
lowering
covering
offering
entering
altering
cheering
steering
uttering
ordering
towering
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Frequently asked questions
What does “bordering” mean?
The word “bordering” means sharing a common edge or boundary. In plain terms, describes something that lies right next to, or shares a boundary with, something else.
How do you use “bordering” in a sentence?
Here is “bordering” used in a sentence: “The bordering countries agreed to open the crossing.”
What part of speech is “bordering”?
“Bordering” is an adjective.
Is “bordering” a common word?
“Bordering” is an uncommon word in modern English.
