Kaduol

closeness; nearness; proximitynoun

Alternative meanings

closeness; nearness; proximity; short distance; state of being near; physical or temporal closeness

Pronunciation

kah-DOO-ol

Root and affixes

Formed from duol, meaning near or close. For emotional closeness or intimacy, kasuod, from suod, is often better.

Variants or conjugations

closeness/proximity; closeness variant; near/close; emotional closeness/intimacy; close/intimate; somewhat near

Related words and expressions

distance; far; near; relationship; friend; family; place

Meaning and usage notes

Use kaduol for physical closeness or proximity. Use kasuod when talking about emotional closeness, trust, or an intimate relationship.