Synonyms of BORDERING

verb

1. extend on all sides of simultaneously; encircle

   • SURROUND9
   • ENVIRON10
   • RING5
   • SKIRT9
   • BORDER9

2. form the boundary of; be contiguous to

   • BOUND8
   • BORDER9

3. enclose in or as if in a frame

   • FRAME10
   • BORDER9

   Also: frame in.

4. provide with a border or edge

   • BORDER9
   • EDGE6

5. lie adjacent to another or share a boundary

   • BORDER9
   • ADJOIN14
   • EDGE6
   • ABUT6
   • MARCH12
   • BUTT6

   Also: butt against, butt on.