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Definition border in American English

border noun

[countable] noun
/ˈbɔrdər/

In the U.S., “the border” often refers to the border between the U.S. and Mexico: They were headed south of the border (=to Mexico). In the U.K, it usually refers to the border between England and Scotland.

Example

the border between Texas and Mexico

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Argentina's northern border with Bolivia

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Thousands of refugees were fleeing across the border.

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You can't cross the border without a passport.

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Troops have sealed the border in an effort to catch the guerrillas.

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1.1

the area close to a border

Example

a town on the Canadian border

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1.2

close to or relating to a border

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border guards

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the border town of Venlo

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border disputes between neighboring countries

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2

a band or pattern around the edge of something, especially for decoration

Example

cotton sheets with a lace border

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3

a narrow area at the edge of a lawn or garden path, with flowers and other small plants in it

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4

the land around the edge of something

Example

Rushes grew on the borders of the lake.

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Definition border in American English