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surroundings

plural noun
sur·​round·​ings | \ sÉ™-ˈrau̇n-diÅ‹z How to pronounce surroundings (audio) \

Definition of surroundings

: the circumstances, conditions, or objects by which one is surrounded : environment

First Known Use of surroundings

1841, in the meaning defined above

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surroundings

noun
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English Language Learners Definition of surroundings

: the places, conditions, or objects that are around you

surroundings

noun plural
sur·​round·​ings | \ sÉ™-ˈrau̇n-diÅ‹z How to pronounce surroundings (audio) \

Kids Definition of surroundings

: the circumstances, conditions, or things around an individual : environment

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