vicinity
/vɪˈsɪnɪti/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: vicinities
Sense 1
Meaning · English
Proximity; the state of being near.
Noun
Examples
There was a crackling sound in the vicinity of my right ear.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
Neighbourhood; nearby region; surrounding area.
Noun
Examples
There is a hurricane in the vicinity of the Bahamas.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “vicinity” mean?
Proximity; the state of being near.
Is “vicinity” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.