hereabout

/ˈhɛərəbaʊt, ˈhɪrəbɒt/

Definitions

1. adverb

in or to this place; in this area; nearby.

“The restaurant is just a short walk hereabout.”

2. noun

a place or region near a particular location.

“The city is a hub hereabout, connecting many major roads.”

3. adverb

at or near this time; in the present.

“I’ll be home hereabout an hour.”

Synonyms

  • around
  • nearby

Antonyms

  • distant
  • far