Surrounding ( adjective , noun )

(As an adjective)

Surrounding ( adjective )

1. Being on all sides of; encircling.
2. Forming or forming part of the environment or surroundings of something.

Origin:

From middle english suroundynge, equivalent to sur- + rounding, present participle of rounden ("to surround"). compare middle low german sūrūnten.

Examples:

1. The surrounding countryside was breathtaking.
2. The surrounding buildings blocked most of the sunlight.
3. The surrounding walls were covered in ivy.
4. The surrounding water was so calm and clear.
5. The surrounding trees provided a natural barrier.

(As a noun)

Surrounding ( noun )

1. Being on all sides of; encircling.
2. Forming or forming part of the environment or surroundings of something.

Origin:

From middle english suroundynge, equivalent to sur- + rounding, present participle of rounden ("to surround"). compare middle low german sūrūnten.

Examples:

1. The surrounding countryside was breathtaking.
2. The surrounding buildings blocked most of the sunlight.
3. The surrounding walls were covered in ivy.
4. The surrounding water was so calm and clear.
5. The surrounding trees provided a natural barrier.