near

adjective

1
not far distant in time or space or degree or circumstances
near neighbors
in the near future
2
very close in resemblance
sketched in an approximate likeness
a near likeness
3
with or in a close or intimate relationship
a good friend
my sisters and brothers are near and dear
4
giving or spending with reluctance
our cheeseparing administration
very close (or near) with his money
5
closely resembling the genuine article
near beer
a dress of near satin
6
being on the left side
the near or nigh horse is the one on the left
the animal's left side is its near or nigh side

1
(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but
the job is (just) about done
the baby was almost asleep when the alarm sounded
2
near in time or place or relationship
as the wedding day drew near
stood near the door

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