further — to a greater distance or extent; moreover
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: to a greater distance or extent; moreover
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈfɜːrðər/
Example Sentences
- My boss said I can't go any further with my crazy hairstyle experiments at work.
- Further research revealed that cats are actually plotting world domination.
- The company aims to further its market presence in Asia.
further
ADVERB[/ˈfɜːrðər/]
to a greater distance or extent; moreover
The explorer pushed further into the icy cave despite the freezing wind.
FORTH (forward) + ER (step beyond) — by taking his microscope notes one step FORTH, the young scientist worked to further the study of plants.
Asking his patient father without feeling like a bother, the boy raised his hand to request further details about the family map.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old English 'furthra', the comparative form of 'forth' (meaning forward or onward). It evolved from Proto-Germanic roots related to moving ahead or progressing.
Breakdown
further = forth (forward) + -er (comparative suffix) = to a greater distance or extent
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My boss said I can't go any further with my crazy hairstyle experiments at work.”
“Further research revealed that cats are actually plotting world domination.”
“The company aims to further its market presence in Asia.”
“Without further ado, let me introduce our special guest who got lost three times finding this building.”
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