juxtaposit Meaning, Definition & Usage

Jux`ta*pos"it transitive verb

Etymology

L. juxta near + positus, p. p. of ponere to put.

Wordforms

imperfect & past participle Juxtaposited; present participle & verbal noun Juxtapositing

Definitions

1. To place in close connection or contiguity; to juxtapose. Derham.