Meaning & Definition of word "Elsewhere"

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    Elsewhere

    /ˈelsˌwɛr/

    adverb:

    • 1. In or to another place.
      • Example: If you can't find the book here, you might try looking elsewhere.
    • 2. In a different context or location.
      • Example: The solution to the problem can be found elsewhere in the literature.
    • 3. At a place other than the one that is being mentioned.
      • Example: The company is considering opening a new branch elsewhere.
    • 4. At some other time or in some other aspect.
      • Example: Elsewhere in the world, the situation is quite different.
    • 5. In a different situation.
      • Example: She noted that elsewhere, research has shown different results.

    Etymology

    Middle English: from 'els' + 'where', meaning 'at another place'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    elsewhere known:

    referenced or recognized in another location.

    elsewhere stated:

    mentioned in another context or document.

    Related Words

    somewhere:

    An unspecified or unknown place.

    abroad:

    In or to a foreign country or countries.

    overseas:

    In or to a foreign country, especially one across the sea.

    Slang Meanings of elsewhere

    Meaning: Out of here

    Example Sentence: I’m going to be elsewhere this weekend, can’t join.

    Meaning: Out of pocket

    Example Sentence: That party was fun, but I'm elsewhere now.