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Abut

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