PROXIMITY

proximity, propinquity

(noun) the property of being close together

proximity, law of proximity

(noun) a Gestalt principle of organization holding that (other things being equal) objects or events that are near to one another (in space or time) are perceived as belonging together as a unit

proximity

(noun) the region close around a person or thing

Source: WordNet® 3.1

Etymology

Noun

proximity (countable and uncountable, plural proximities)

Closeness; the state of being near as in space, time, or relationship.

Synonyms

• closeness, nearness

Source: Wiktionary

Prox*im"i*ty, n. Etym: [L. proximitas: cf. F. proximité See Proximate, and cf. Propinquity, Approach.]

Definition: The quality or state of being next in time, place, causation, influence, etc.; immediate nearness, either in place, blood, or alliance. If he plead proximity of blood That empty title is with ease withstood. Dryden.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition

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