Narrow: meaning, definitions and examples

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narrow

[ ˈnær.oʊ ]

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space

Of small width in relation to length; not wide or broad.

Synonyms

constricted, cramped, tight

Examples of usage

The hallway was so narrow that two people could barely walk side by side.
The narrow alley was filled with colorful street art.

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mind

To limit or restrict (someone or something) in action, thought, or expression.

Synonyms

constrict, limit, restrict

Examples of usage

Don't let your fears narrow your opportunities for growth.
The strict rules narrowed the creative options for the project.

Translations

Translations of the word "narrow" in other languages:

🇵🇹 estreito

🇮🇳 संकीर्ण

🇩🇪 eng

🇮🇩 sempit

🇺🇦 вузький

🇵🇱 wąski

🇯🇵 狭い (せまい)

🇫🇷 étroit

🇪🇸 estrecho

🇹🇷 dar

🇰🇷 좁은

🇸🇦 ضَيِّق

🇨🇿 úzký

🇸🇰 úzky

🇨🇳 狭窄的 (xiázhǎi de)

🇸🇮 ozek

🇮🇸 þröng

🇰🇿 тар

🇬🇪 ვიწრო

🇦🇿 dar

🇲🇽 estrecho

Word origin

The word 'narrow' originated from the Old English word 'nearu', which meant 'constricted, having a small width'. Over time, the word evolved to its current form, maintaining its fundamental meaning of limited width. The concept of narrowness has been used in various contexts throughout history, from describing physical spaces to metaphorically representing limitations and restrictions.