Definition of nimby:
(n) :
(usually derogatory) Someone who objects to the building of an undesirable structure in their neighborhood, especially in public policy debate.
(adj) :
Not wanting to have to deal with unpleasant or distasteful things near them.
(n) :
(uncountable) Opposition to something deemed harmful or unpleasant being located in one's own neighborhood.
(n) :
(countable) Synonym of nimby.
(adj) :
Synonym of nimby.