Yon

/jɒn/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Denoting something that is situated at a distance or in the direction indicated.

Look over yon hill where the sun sets.

Used to refer to something that is somewhat distant but still within sight.

The village yon the river is known for its beauty.

Used in expressions of locational reference, often poetic or archaic.

Yon stars sparkle brightly in the night sky.

adverb

At a distance; over there.

The children are playing yon in the meadow.

Indicating a direction away from the speaker, often used poetically.

Her thoughts wandered yon beyond the horizon.

Middle English, from Old English 'geon', akin to Old Norse 'þy', meaning 'there'.

yon and yonder

Referring to areas that are distant but not defined.

yon side

The side that is being pointed out at a distance.

yonder

That place over there.

there

In that place or position.

Used to refer to a person who is distant or disconnected.

He's living yon away from us.

As a playful or archaic way to indicate something notable in the distance.

Look at yon fine specimen!