nearness en · NOUN
Etymology
From Middle English nernes, equivalent to near + -ness. Cognate with West Frisian nearens (“nearness”).
Meanings
- (uncountable, usually) The state of being near; closeness; intimacy.
- (uncountable, usually) Stinginess.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| nearnesses | Number=Plur | lexicographic |