farther
UK: ˈfɑːðə | US: ˈfɑːrðər
adj. comparative form of "far" (used for physical distance)
adv. to or at a greater distance or more advanced point
"Farther" originates from Middle English "ferther," an altered form of "further," both derived from Old English "fierd" (far) + the comparative suffix "-ther." While "further" evolved to include abstract meanings (e.g., "further discussion"), "farther" remained specialized for physical distance. The root "far" traces back to Proto-Germanic "*ferro," meaning "distant," and shares ancestry with Latin "per" (through) and Greek "pera" (beyond).
The mountains appeared farther away than we expected.
She ran farther than anyone else in the race.
We need to travel farther north to see the aurora.
His house is farther from the school than mine.
The telescope allows us to see farther into space.