Hither Definition & Meaning
hither
- adverb
- to this place (especially toward the speaker); "come here, please"
"Hither" in song lyrics
See how hither is used in real songs:
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"seduced by the way that she call to come hither"
Move.meant — Yesterday -
"Far from the purpose of his coming hither,"
William Shakespeare — The Rape of Lucrece -
"'in the name of god king solomon calls thee hither"
AOL — AOL
Words that rhyme with hither
Usage tips for "hither"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "hither" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for hither to find words that pair well.
Use "hither" in a verse
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does hither mean?
- to this place (especially toward the speaker); "come here, please"
- What part of speech is hither?
- Hither is an adverb.