Elsewhere

/ˈelsˌwɛr/

Meaning & Definition

adverb
In or to another place.
If you can't find the book here, you might try looking elsewhere.
In a different context or location.
The solution to the problem can be found elsewhere in the literature.
At a place other than the one that is being mentioned.
The company is considering opening a new branch elsewhere.
At some other time or in some other aspect.
Elsewhere in the world, the situation is quite different.
In a different situation.
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

Out of here
I’m going to be elsewhere this weekend, can’t join.
Out of pocket
That party was fun, but I'm elsewhere now.