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.