Meaning & Definition of word "Farther"
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Farther
/ˈfär(ð)ər/
adjective:
- 1. At or to a greater distance.
- Example: The mountains are farther away than they appeared.
- 2. More distant in space or time.
- Example: She decided to walk farther down the road to explore.
adverb:
- 1. At or to a greater distance.
- Example: We need to drive farther to reach our destination.
- 2. In addition; moreover.
- Example: Farther, you can also see the ocean from the hill.
Etymology
Middle English ferther, from Old English fēorðor, comparative of feorr.
Common Phrases and Expressions
farther along:
At a later stage
go farther:
To advance further
farther afield:
To a greater distance, especially in terms of travel
Related Words
further:
To a greater extent or degree; also used as a verb meaning to promote.
distant:
Far away in space or time.
Slang Meanings of farther
Meaning: Moving on or progressing in a situation.
Example Sentence: Let's take this conversation even farther.
Meaning: To extend boundaries or limits.
Example Sentence: They are really pushing the envelope farther with this technology.