Yonder

/ˈjɒndər/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Being at a distance, often used in a poetic or archaic context.

The yonder hills are filled with the sound of running water.

adverb

Used to refer to something at a distance, particularly in a poetic or literary context.

The stars shine brightly yonder in the night sky.

At some distance in the direction indicated; over there.

Look yonder, where the sun sets behind the mountains.

In that place or over there.

There’s a beautiful tree yonder by the river.

Middle English, from Old English 'geond', meaning 'over there'.

yonder comes

A phrase indicating that something or someone is approaching from a distance.

look yonder

An invitation to direct one's gaze towards something in the distance.

the hills yonder

Referring to the hills that are visible but not close.

yon

Referring to something at a distance.

yonderly

Indicating a vague or distant place.

Over there (colloquially used).

I saw Jim yonder at the park.

In that direction (informal usage).

Let’s move yonder, it's quieter.