further
|fur-ther|
B1
🇺🇸
/ˈfɜrðər/
🇬🇧
/ˈfɜːðə/
more distant or additional
Etymology
Etymology Information
'further' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'furðor', where 'furð-' meant 'forward'.
Historical Evolution
'furðor' transformed into the Middle English word 'further', and eventually became the modern English word 'further'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'forward or onward', but over time it evolved into its current meanings of 'more distant' and 'to a greater extent'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to help the progress or development of something.
He worked hard to further his career.
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Adjective 1
more distant in space or time.
The further you go, the more beautiful the scenery becomes.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35