Definition of near

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Near (v. i.) To draw near; to approach.

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Doldrums :: Doldrums (n. pl.) A part of the ocean near the equator, abounding in calms, squalls, and light, baffling winds, which sometimes prevent all progress for weeks; -- so called by sailors..
Approximately :: Approximately (adv.) With approximation; so as to approximate; nearly.
Chippy :: Chippy (n.) A small American sparrow (Spizella socialis), very common near dwelling; -- also called chipping bird and chipping sparrow, from its simple note..
Swiftfoot :: Swifter (v. t.) To tighten, as slack standing rigging, by bringing the opposite shrouds nearer..
Calender :: Calender (n.) A machine, used for the purpose of giving cloth, paper, etc., a smooth, even, and glossy or glazed surface, by cold or hot pressure, or for watering them and giving them a wavy appearance. It consists of two or more cylinders revolving nearly in contact, with the necessary apparatus for moving and regulating..
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Unnear :: Unnear (prep.) Not near; not close to; at a distance from.
Perspective :: Perspective (a.) A drawing in linear perspective.
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Cephalization :: Cephalization (n.) Domination of the head in animal life as expressed in the physical structure; localization of important organs or parts in or near the head, in animal development..
Bush :: Bush (n.) A shrub; esp., a shrub with branches rising from or near the root; a thick shrub or a cluster of shrubs..
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Nearsightedness :: Nearsightedness (n.) See Myopic, and Myopia..
Neighbor :: Neighbor (a.) Near to another; adjoining; adjacent; next; neighboring.
Indirect :: Indirect (a.) Not direct; not straight or rectilinear; deviating from a direct line or course; circuitous; as, an indirect road..
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Curvilinear :: Curvilinear (a.) Consisting of, or bounded by, curved lines; as, a curvilinear figure..
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