abutment

noun

Definition of abutmentnext
1
as in juxtaposition

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2
as in attachment

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Recent Examples of abutment The cars slid backward and would have dropped through the opening made by the raising to the abutment of the bridge if policemen had not attracted the attention of the bridge tender by firing their revolvers. — Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 14 May 2026 In Turkey, the same procedure, including the implant, abutment, and crown, costs $450–$900. — Wyles Daniel, USA Today, 24 Nov. 2025 According to the autopsy report obtained by Dateline from the North Carolina Office of the Chief Medical Examiner, McNeal’s tractor veered from the road, colliding with an overpass abutment, and then caught fire. — Sarah Dahlberg, NBC news, 17 Sep. 2025 The driver lost control after striking the car, struck the bridge abutment on the right shoulder, crossed all lanes of traffic and struck the median wall, according to MSP. — Natalie Davies, Freep.com, 28 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for abutment
Recent Examples of Synonyms for abutment
  1. juxtaposition
  2. attachment
  3. proximity
  4. interconnection
  5. vicinity
  6. suture
  7. intersection
  8. articulation
Noun
  • Advertisement Through juxtaposition of images and voice-over recordings from Avedon himself, Avedon offers insight into the photographer’s mode of working.
    — Stephanie Zacharek, Time, 11 Nov. 2026
  • The name Off the Menu references the creative appetizers served at fine dining spots, made with unusual ingredients and unexpected juxtapositions of flavors.
    — Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 5 Nov. 2026
Definition of juxtaposition
Noun
  • The carabiner attachment allows for easy access when needed, while the water-resistant construction adds an extra layer of protection against an unexpected drizzle.
    — Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 8 Nov. 2026
  • This model comes with five attachments, including a crevice tool to help remove allergy-aggravating dust, pet hair, and debris.
    — Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 7 Nov. 2026
Definition of attachment
Noun
  • But perhaps the most appealing nearby attraction is Lausanne’s proximity to Lavaux vineyards, a UNESCO World Heritage site stretching along the shore of Lake Geneva and east of the city.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Nov. 2026
  • The proximity of the two municipalities means some people work in one and live in the other — as is the case for Tom Mullane, a Brewster social studies teacher and Danbury resident.
    — Theo Peck-Suzuki, Hartford Courant, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of proximity
Noun
  • Instead, electricity generated by the installation will flow directly into the local distribution grid through an existing grid interconnection selected for its capacity and proximity.
    — Muskan Bhatia, Interesting Engineering, 4 Nov. 2026
  • So far, Ford says, the commitment is to a set of principles for rewriting interconnection rules.
    — Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 27 Oct. 2026
Definition of interconnection
Noun
  • The property sits in a business park with other office buildings and businesses in its vicinity, including The Hartford and Cigna, according to Marcus & Millichap.
    — Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 5 Nov. 2026
  • The news release stressed wildlife officials’ concern that the ewe could come into contact with wild bighorn sheep in the vicinity.
    — Andrew McKean, Outdoor Life, 29 Oct. 2026
Definition of vicinity
Noun
  • Hillstrand cleans Ryan’s wound and tells the crew to get him suture tape.
    — Wesley Stenzel, Entertainment Weekly, 15 Aug. 2026
  • Claire spent several hours in the local emergency room and was given a loose suture.
    — Charna Flam, PEOPLE, 30 July 2026
Definition of suture
Noun
  • The incident occurred along a 7th Street entrance to the Moss parking lot, near the intersection with N Street.
    — Graham Womack, Sacbee.com, 12 Nov. 2026
  • Ryan is accused of turning at the intersection while pedestrians had a walk sign and allegedly running over the feet of two of them while also coming into contact with one of their legs, according to the police report.
    — Steve Henson, Los Angeles Times, 11 Nov. 2026
Definition of intersection
Noun
  • My articulation is no match against this, the magnitude of losing you.
    — Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 19 Oct. 2026
  • The suspension is smooth on road and capable off, with generous wheel articulation, with 24 inches of fording ability.
    — Mark Phelan, Freep.com, 9 Sep. 2026
Definition of articulation

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“Abutment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/abutment. Accessed 15 Nov. 2026.

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