noun.
In geometric topics, a place, A, is said to be in the vicinity of a place, B, within a place, C, which contains both A and B, and in a given respect, if, and only if, an object instantaneously filling A can by an ordinary motion move to B without ever leaving C, and without at any instant during its motion occupying any place which differs from A in the given respect.
noun.
The quality of being near; nearness in place; propinquity; proximity.
noun.
Neighborhood; surrounding or adjoining space, district, or country.
noun.
Nearness in intercourse; close relationship.
noun.
Synonyms Proximity, etc. See neighborhood.