Within

/wɪˈðɪn/

Meaning & Definition

preposition

Inside the limits or boundaries of something.

The treasure is hidden within the old castle.

Not beyond or outside of a specified range or scope.

Please stay within the designated area while the event is in progress.

In the interior or inner part of.

There are many secrets hidden within her heart.

adverb

In or into the interior or inner part.

He found the book hidden within.

In a certain range of time or place.

This task must be completed within the hour.

Middle English, from Old English 'wǽþin'.

within reach

Close enough to be able to touch or grab.

within limits

Not exceeding certain boundaries or constraints.

within reason

Acceptable or sensible under the circumstances.

within one's means

Affordable, not exceeding one's financial capability.

Inside something.

interior

The inner or indoor part of something.

enclose

To surround or close off something.

Keeping something low-key or secret.

Let’s keep this party within the group.

Staying within limits; behaving.

You need to keep it within, man!