Adjacency
/əˈdʒɛɪ.sən.si/noun
The state of being next to or adjoining something else.
The adjacency of the two properties made it easier to expand the park.
Often appears as...
- property adjacency
- adjacency in geography
Usage tips
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geographical adjacency, adjacency matrix, adjacency relationship
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Contextual Clarity
Understanding where objects or ideas are placed is crucial; adjacency implies direct connection.
In urban planning, proper adjacency of facilities improves access for residents.
Pro Tip 2/3Technical Usage
In computing, adjacency can refer to data structure layout in memory.
Data sets must maintain adjacency to perform accurately.
Pro Tip 3/3Visual Relationships
In design, adjacency can affect aesthetics and functionality; items placed adjacently impact user experience.
In a gallery, the adjacency of artworks creates a thematic connection.
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closeproximitycontiguityneighbouringconnection
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