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1afar

adverb \ə-ˈfär\

Definition of AFAR

:  from, to, or at a great distance <roamed afar>
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Origin of AFAR

Middle English afer, from on fer at a distance and of fer from a distance
First Known Use: 14th century

2afar

noun

Definition of AFAR

:  a great distance <saw him from afar>

First Known Use of AFAR

14th century
AFAR Defined for Kids

1afar

adverb \ə-ˈfär\

Definition of AFAR for Kids

:  from, at, or to a great distance <wandered afar>

2afar

noun

Definition of AFAR for Kids

:  a long way off <There came a voice from afar.>

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