(acoustics) The region within a distance a fraction of a wavelength from a sound source. Accordingly, the outer boundary of the near-field region is closer for high-pitched sound than for low-pitched sound.

(pharmacology) A barbiturate derivative used for the treatment of insomnia.

Communication over very short distances, as by contact or near contact of electronic devices.

Alternative spelling of near abroad.

The other countries and political regions which are in the vicinity of a country or political region.

Indicates that the speaker wants to know whether a grocery store is nearby.

(horsemanship) The left-hand side of a horse.

Alternative form of neatline

plural of neat line

of or pertaining to the Near East