surroundings

plural noun

sur·​round·​ings sə-ˈrau̇n-diŋz How to pronounce surroundings (audio)
: the circumstances, conditions, or objects by which one is surrounded : environment

Examples of surroundings in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Commissioner Andrew Brink said several new residences are in development in the area and the proposal seemed compatible with its surroundings. Stacy Ryburn, Arkansas Online, 24 Jan. 2023 Spas are also offering treatments that emphasize connecting with natural surroundings. Caitlin Raux Gunther, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Jan. 2023 And though the rest of the league has had a long offseason to figure out ways to control him, Puig is returning more comfortable with his new surroundings. Staff Writer follow, Los Angeles Times, 13 Jan. 2023 Simple and elegant, these stools seamlessly blend into any dining space instead of competing with their surroundings. Addie Morton, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Jan. 2023 The fish pond is lined with stone to fit in with its natural surroundings. John R. Ellement, BostonGlobe.com, 4 Jan. 2023 From discovering fire pits hidden by the edge of the ocean to experiences like moonlit forest bathing, everything at Naviva was created to help guests connect more deeply with their natural surroundings. Kris Fordham, CNN, 27 Dec. 2022 Snap a few candids of your children interacting with their surroundings and you might be pleasantly surprised by the outcome. Alyssa Gautieri, Good Housekeeping, 14 Nov. 2022 His increasing comfort — with the offense, with his surroundings, with his teammates — should help. Dan Wiederer, Chicago Tribune, 9 Nov. 2022

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Word History

First Known Use

1841, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of surroundings was in 1841

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“Surroundings.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/surroundings. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

surroundings

noun plural
sur·​round·​ings sə-ˈrau̇n-diŋz How to pronounce surroundings (audio)
: the circumstances, conditions, or objects by which one is surrounded

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