neighborhood

Meanings

• noun

  A residential area in a city or town, consisting of houses or other buildings and their surrounding environment.

  - "The new family just moved into the neighborhood next door."
  - "I grew up in a quiet neighborhood with tree-lined streets."

• noun

  A geographic area with a distinct character or identity.

  - "The neighborhood around the university is known for its vibrant arts scene."
  - "The community came together to improve their neighborhood."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈneɪbɚˌhʊd/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

proximity , quarter , vicinity

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with neighborhood
broodhood , bloodhood , oodhood

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Variants

List of all variants of neighborhood that leads to same result
neighborhood , neighborhoods , neighborhood watch , in the neighborhood , in the neighborhood of

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

From Middle English nigborhood, from neigbor, neighbor.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'neighborhood' comes from the Old English word 'nigbor,' meaning 'near dweller'.

2. The smallest official administrative division of a city in the United States is called a 'neighborhood unit'.

3. Neighborhoods can have their own unique microclimates, with variations in temperature and precipitation.

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Related Concepts

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1. community: A group of people living in the same area, sharing common interests and values.

2. urbanization: The process of transforming rural areas or small towns into densely populated urban areas.

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Culture

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Neighborhoods often have unique cultural and historical significance, such as historic districts, ethnic enclaves, and community landmarks.

How to Memorize "neighborhood"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a map of the neighborhood with its streets and landmarks.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the neighborhood with a specific color or image to help remember its name.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic device by associating the neighborhood with a memorable phrase or acronym.

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