hither

[ˈhɪðər]

hither Definition

• 1. to or toward this place
• 2. to a position on this side

Using hither: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "hither" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  Come hither and see what I have found.

• Example

  Bring the book hither, please.

• Example

  He motioned for her to come hither.

hither Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for hither

• here
• this way
• toward here

Phrases with hither

• hither and thither

  in various directions; here and there

  Example

  The children ran hither and thither in the park.

• hither and yon

  in various directions; here and there

  Example

  She searched hither and yon for her lost keys.

• hither and non

  in various directions; here and there

  Example

  The wind blew the leaves hither and non.

Origins of hither

from Old English 'hider', meaning 'to this place'

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Summary: hither in Brief

The term 'hither' [ˈhɪðər] means 'to or toward this place' or 'to a position on this side.' It is an adverb that is used to indicate movement towards the speaker or a position on their side. The phrase 'hither and thither' is often used to describe movement in various directions.