away

/əˈweɪ/

Definitions

1. adverb

in a direction or position that is not near or close to something or someone

“Put the book away on the shelf.”

2. preposition

in a position or direction that is not near or close to something or someone

“She walked away from the house.”

3. noun

a place or location to which something is sent or taken

“He sent the package away to be delivered.”

Synonyms

  • apart
  • aside

Antonyms

  • here
  • near