
Abut
Physical Adjacency
Use 'abut' to describe two objects directly touching each other, with no space between.
The shed abuts the back fence.
Common Boundaries
'Abut' often refers to shared property lines like walls or fences.
The new extension abuts our neighbor’s wall.
Spatial Relation
The focus is on the spatial relation, not the quality or purpose of the objects.
The garage abuts the house.
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