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The correct spelling is distance.
How to pronounce distance
IPA: /ˈdɪs.təns/
Say it like: Dis-tan-se
The correct spelling is distance. The amount of space between two points, usually geographical points, usually (but not necessarily) measured along a straight line. For example: "From Moscow, the distance is relatively short to Saint Petersburg, relatively long to Novosibirsk, but even greater to Vladivostok."
Usage Examples
“From Moscow, the distance is relatively short to Saint Petersburg, relatively long to Novosibirsk, but even greater to Vladivostok.”
“We're narrowing the distance between the two versions of the bill. The distance between the lowest and next gear on my bicycle is annoying.”
“the distance between a descendant and his ancestor”
Meanings
noun
- 1.The amount of space between two points, usually geographical points, usually (but not necessarily) measured along a straight line.
- 2.Length or interval of time.
- 3.The difference; the subjective measure between two quantities.
- 4.Remoteness of place; a remote place.
- 5.Remoteness in succession or relation.
verb
- 1.To move away (from) someone or something.
- 2.To leave at a distance; to outpace, leave behind.
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