The word 靠近 is formed by combining two characters, each contributing a core spatial concept. 靠 originally depicts leaning against something for support, conveying physical proximity and reliance. 近 means "near" or "close" in terms of distance. When merged, the action and direction implied by 靠 (to lean or move toward) is fused with the resultant state described by 近 (being close), creating a single concept meaning "to approach" or "to be near", where movement and closeness are conceptually integrated.