Definition

Relating to or being in the area around something.

Example

The surrounding mountains were covered in snow.

Conversation

Have you seen the new park in our neighborhood?

Yes, it's beautiful! I love the trees surrounding the lake.

I agree, it makes the whole area feel so peaceful.

Exactly, it's a great place to relax and enjoy nature.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

The area or environment that is around a particular place or object.

Example

The surrounding landscape was filled with beautiful mountains and trees.

Conversation

Have you seen the new park they opened in our surrounding area?

Yeah, I went there last weekend; it's really nice!

I love how they included so many trees in the surrounding space.

Definition

To be all around something or someone; to encircle or enclose.

Example

The mountains are surrounding the small village.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you seen the new park they built downtown?

Yeah, it's great! I love how they surrounding the playground with trees.

Exactly! It makes the area feel so much more inviting.

Root Explanation

Surrounding → It is formed from "sur-" (meaning over or above) and "round" (from Old French *rond*, meaning circular or round). The word "surrounding" means to be situated all around something, as if encircling it.

Memory Tip

Think of something being 'over' ('sur-') and 'circular' ('round') — that's how surrounding means to encircle or be around something.

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