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Meaning of the word beside in English

What does beside mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

beside

US /bɪˈsaɪd/
UK /bɪˈsaɪd/
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Preposition

1.

next to or at the side of

Example:
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She sat beside him on the bench.
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The book is beside the lamp on the table.
Synonym:
next toalongsidebynearadjacent to
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Related Word:
besides