Pronunciation: /ˈbɔrdər/
noun a line separating two countries, administrative divisions, or other areas
A1 The border between the two countries is heavily guarded.
A2 She had to show her passport at the border before crossing.
B1 There are strict regulations at the border to prevent illegal immigration.
B2 The border patrol agents are constantly monitoring activity along the border.
C1 The dispute over the border has led to tensions between the two nations.
C2 The border dispute was finally resolved through diplomatic negotiations.
verb to form an edge along or beside (something)
A1 The cat likes to border the edge of the garden.
A2 She carefully bordered the drawing with colorful markers.
B1 The artist used a thin brush to border the painting with intricate details.
B2 The fence borders the property, marking the boundary clearly.
C1 The river borders two countries, creating a natural divide.
C2 The mountain range borders the valley, creating a stunning landscape.
formal The two countries are in negotiations to establish a new border agreement.
informal I always get nervous when crossing the border into a new country.
slang Let's sneak across the border and have some fun!
figurative The line between love and hate can sometimes blur, like a border between two conflicting emotions.
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