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away Definition and Meaning in English (away definition)

adverb
Synonyms:faroff
Quick Answer • Definition

Away definition: Indicating movement or direction from a place or person.

Definitions of Away

  1. 1adverb

    Indicating movement or direction from a place or person.

  2. 2adverb

    At a specified distance in space or time.

  3. 3adjective

    Absent from one's home or usual place; on a trip or vacation.

Example Sentences

“He threw the ball away.”

“The meeting is away from the office.”

“She will be away for a week.”

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Inflected Word Forms

noungetaway

Phrases & Idiomatic Expressions

get awayphrasal_verb

To escape or leave a place.

run awayphrasal_verb

To leave a place or person secretly or suddenly.

far awaycollocation

At a great distance.

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'Away' translates to 'away' in English. Away definition: Indicating movement or direction from a place or person.
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