allwhither
|all-whith-er|
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🇺🇸
/ˈɔːlˌwɪðər/
🇬🇧
/ˈɔːlˌwɪðə/
to all places
Etymology
Etymology Information
'allwhither' originates from Middle English, combining 'all' meaning 'every' and 'whither' meaning 'to what place'.
Historical Evolution
'allwhither' changed from the Middle English word 'alwhider' and eventually became the modern English word 'allwhither'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to every place', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
in every direction; to all places.
The wind blew allwhither, scattering leaves across the field.
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Last updated: 2025/06/30 13:36