Abutting
/əˈbʌtɪŋ/
Definitions
- (adj.) Having a common boundary or border, especially in reference to properties or parcels of land.
The abutting properties share a fence along their boundary line.
Forms
- abutting
- abuts
- abutted
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Commentary
Often used in property law to describe parcels of land or buildings touching each other; clear specification of abutting boundaries is important in drafting deeds and boundary agreements.
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