Pronunciation

/bəˈrʌdər/

Definitions

Noun

1. A line or boundary marking the extent of an area, especially a territorial division between countries or regions.
   • Example: The border between Mexico and the United States is a heavily guarded area.
2. The outer edge or rim of something, often where it meets another surface.
   • Example: The flowers bordered the garden path.

Verb

1. To define or delimit the boundaries of (an area or territory).
   • Example: The treaty defined the border between the two nations.
2. To have a connection or relationship with, especially on the edge or periphery.
   • Example: They border on friendly relations but haven’t spoken in years.

Adjective

1. Characterizing the outermost part or limit.
   • Example: The border region experiences unique cultural influences.
2. Bordering or adjacent to; neighboring.
   • Example: The houses are closely bordered by a row of trees.

Phrases

• “Come within sight of the border”
• “Maintain a safe distance from the border”
• “Cross the border illegally”

Example Sentences

• Noun: The border patrol officers were conducting routine checks.
• Verb: The new fence was built to better border the property.
• Adjective: The town’s residents live in a predominantly rural border area.

Synonyms

• Edge
• Margin
• Boundary
• Line
• Interface
• Frontier
• Perimeter