Definitions

1. noun

the lower world or underworld in mythology and literature, often depicted as a place of darkness and evil.

“In the fantasy novel, the hero descended into the nether to rescue the princess.”

2. adjective

located or situated below or in the underworld.

“The ancient civilization built their temples in the nether regions of the city.”

3. adverb

downward or to the lower world or underworld.

“The hero journeyed nether into the dark and mysterious land.”

4. preposition

downward or to the lower world or underworld.

“The character fell nether into the dark abyss.”