adjacent, adjoining, contiguous, juxtaposed mean being in close proximity. adjacent may or may not imply contact but always implies absence of anything of the same kind in between.

CONTIGUOUS definition: touching; in contact. See examples of contiguous used in a sentence.

A large exterior living space is contiguous with the main living space: it is at least 0.40 the size of the main living space.

When people own contiguous properties and share common spaces, they have the ability to negatively affect each others' property value and quality of life.

Definition of contiguous adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

contiguous (kənˈtɪɡjʊəs) adj 1. touching along the side or boundary; in contact 2. physically adjacent; neighbouring

Jan 14, 2026 · Adjective contiguous (not comparable) Connected; touching; abutting. Adjacent; neighboring.