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bordering

The correct spelling is bordering.

How to pronounce bordering

verb

Say it like: Bor-der-ing

The correct spelling is bordering. To put a border on something. For example: "Denmark borders Germany to the south."

Usage Examples

Denmark borders Germany to the south.

Connecticut borders on Massachusetts.

France and Spain are bordering nations.

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To put a border on something.
  2. 2.To form a border around; to bound.
  3. 3.To lie on, or adjacent to, a border of.
  4. 4.To touch at a border (with on, upon, or with).
  5. 5.To approach; to come near to; to verge (with on or upon).

noun

  1. 1.A pattern or ornament forming a border.

adjective

  1. 1.Having a common boundary or border

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