Meaning of hither in English

Table of contents
  1. Pronunciation
  2. Adverb
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈhɪðər/

    US accent Play button

    UK accent Play button

  1. Adverb

    hither

    Etymology

    Old English hider, of Germanic origin; related to he and here

    Definitions

    1. to this place (especially toward the speaker)

    Examples

    • « come here, please »

    Antonyms

Famous quotes

  • « There is no wider gulf in the universe than yawns between those on the hither and thither side of vital experience. »
    Rebecca West

Browse dictionary