near
/nɪə(ɹ)/ · near
noun
- The left side of a horse or of a team of horses pulling a carriage etc. The near side of the horse was covered in mud.
- A side or position close to something. The near end of the stadium was filled with cheering fans.
verb
- To come closer to; to approach. The ship nears the land, preparing for docking.
adjective
- Physically close. I can't see near objects very clearly without my glasses.
- Close in time. The end is near, according to the prophecy.
- Closely connected or related. The deceased man had no near relatives.
adverb
- At or towards a position close in space or time. The meeting will be near the city center.
- Nearly; almost. He was near unconscious when I found him.
Did you know? The phrase 'the end is near' originated from the Book of Revelation in the Bible, where it is written 'Behold, I come quickly; and my reward is with me, to give every man according as his work shall be.' (Revelation 22:12)