Meaning of juxtaposition in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˌdʒəkstəpəˈzɪʃ(ə)n/

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  1. Noun

    juxtaposition

    Definitions

    1. the act of positioning close together (or side by side)

    Examples

    • « it is the result of the juxtaposition of contrasting colors »

    Derived terms

  2. 2. a side-by-side position

    Derived terms

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