proximity (n.)

  1. the property of being close together

    [ Syn: propinquity ]

  2. the region close around a person or thing

  3. 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

    [ Syn: law of proximity ]

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