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beyond

/bɪˈjɒnd/

[/bɪˈjɒnd/]

on the far side of; further than

Intermediatepreposition

Definition

On or to the further side of something, or more than a limit.

Example

The hills lie beyond the river.

The hills lie beyond the river.

Etymology

From Old English 'begeondan', from 'be-' plus 'geond' (yonder).

How & Where It’s Used

Used for distance and for things exceeding limits or understanding.

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