anywhere
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/ˈɛniˌwɛr/
🇬🇧
/ˈɛnɪweə/
any place
Etymology
Etymology Information
'anywhere' originates from Middle English, combining 'any' and 'where', where 'any' meant 'any' and 'where' meant 'place'.
Historical Evolution
'anywhere' changed from the Middle English word 'anywher' and eventually became the modern English word 'anywhere'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'in any place', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in, at, or to any place.
You can find this book anywhere.
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Adverb 2
to any extent or degree.
He doesn't look anywhere near as tired as he did yesterday.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35