ETYMOLOGY Middle English, from Old English furthor (akin to Old High German furthar further), comparative, from the base of Old English forth forth
DATE before 12th century
1.farther 1 my ponies are tired, and I have further to go — Thomas Hardy 2. in addition :moreover 3. to a greater degree or extent further annoyed by a second intrusion Usage:seefarther
: to help forward :promote Synonyms:seeadvance • fur·ther·er \\ˈfər-thər-ər\\ noun
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adjective
DATE 13th century
1.farther 1 rode…across the valley and up the further slopes — T. E. Lawrence 2. going or extending beyond :additional further volumes further education Usage:seefarther