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单词 neither here nor there
释义

here

1 of 3

adverb

ˈhir How to pronounce here (audio)
1
a
: in or at this place
turn here
often used interjectionally especially in answering a roll call
b
: now
here it's morning already
c
: in an arbitrary location
a book here, a paper there
2
: at or in this point, particular, or case
here we agree
3
: in the present life or state : on earth
4
: to this place : hither
come here
5
used interjectionally in rebuke or encouragement
here now, that's enough

here

2 of 3

adjective

1
used for emphasis especially after a demonstrative pronoun or after a noun modified by a demonstrative adjective
I like these herethis book here
2
nonstandard
used for emphasis after a demonstrative adjective but before the noun modified
this here book

here

3 of 3

noun

: this place
Where do we go from here?
Phrases
here goes
used interjectionally to express resolution or resignation especially at the beginning of a difficult or unpleasant undertaking
neither here nor there
: having no interest or relevance : of no consequence
comfort is neither here nor there to a real sailor

Example Sentences

Adverb I'm here to help you. They have lived here for 30 years. “Hey, where are you?” “I'm over here.” I'm planning to be back here by 6:00. I've come here to help you. He rode his bicycle here this morning. When will you get here? Here the author introduces a new character. The speaker paused here for a moment. Here the film changes from black-and-white to color. See More
Recent Examples on the Web
Adverb
Dakota Smith, Julia Wick and Ben Oreskes are here to pull you out of the heat and into cooler times, with help from David Zahniser. Dakota Smith, Los Angeles Times, 10 Sep. 2022 And so she's kind of been the wallpaper for generations here. Taylor Wilson, USA TODAY, 10 Sep. 2022 To be sure, the familiar conventions of romance literature are here in abundance: the aristocratic curled lip, the languid glance, sparkling eyes and a middle-aged blue-blood roué reformed by a plucky young woman. Katherine A. Powers, Washington Post, 10 Sep. 2022 From Instagram tributes to getting engaged, here's everything to know about Dylan Meyer and her relationship with the actress. Catherine Santino, Peoplemag, 9 Sep. 2022 And, hey, traffic jam after the final gun would be a good sign here. Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 9 Sep. 2022 The Bearcats Bash, a watch party and tailgate on Vine Street, has been canceled this weekend, but here are some other great tailgating hotspots worth checking out. Victoria Moorwood, The Enquirer, 9 Sep. 2022 Using a comb-like attachment may feel unnatural to people who are accustomed to curling their lashes, so here's a version that may feel more familiar. Tatjana Freund, ELLE, 9 Sep. 2022 Lastly, there are serious questions about Belichick’s effectiveness as a coach now that Tom Brady is no longer here. Ben Volin, BostonGlobe.com, 9 Sep. 2022
Adjective
One is here June 8 against Trinidad and Tobago, followed by a crucial match at Mexico on June 11. John Meyer, The Denver Post, 4 May 2017
Noun
Heres’s his response: http://www.kevindeutsch.us/blog/my-response-newsdays-review-8.) vanityfair.com, 13 July 2017 See More

Word History

Etymology

Adverb, Adjective, and Noun

Middle English, from Old English hēr; akin to Old High German hier here, Old English he

First Known Use

Adverb

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Adjective

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Noun

1605, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

here 1 of 2

adverb

ˈhir How to pronounce here (audio)
1
: in or at this place
Stand here.
2
: at this time : happening now
Summer is here at last.
3
: to or into this place : hither
Come here.

here

2 of 2

noun

: this place
Get away from here.

neither here nor there

phrase

1
as in irrelevant
not having anything to do with the matter at hand We are talking about what happened today and what you did yesterday is neither here nor there.

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance
  • irrelevant
  • beside the point
  • impertinent
  • immaterial
  • inapplicable
  • irrelative
  • extraneous
  • meaningless
  • inappropriate
  • dead
  • inapposite
  • useless
  • peripheral
  • tangent
  • tangential
  • unimportant
  • incidental
  • insignificant
  • unsuitable
  • pointless
  • inconsequential
  • inane
  • empty
  • senseless
  • inapt
  • moot

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • important
  • relative
  • pertinent
  • material
  • applicable
  • relevant
  • significant
  • pointed
  • useful
  • apposite
  • germane
  • meaningful
  • suitable
  • apt
  • appropriate
  • apropos
  • sensible
  • fit
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2
as in little
lacking importance The time it takes is neither here nor there as long as it's done right.

Synonyms & Similar Words

  • little
  • small
  • minor
  • foolish
  • worthless
  • unimportant
  • slight
  • minute
  • negligible
  • trivial
  • insignificant
  • petty
  • Mickey Mouse
  • frivolous
  • inconsequential
  • inconsiderable
  • nugatory
  • trifling
  • incidental
  • fiddling
  • paltry
  • unknown
  • small-fry
  • obscure
  • nameless
  • anonymous
  • jerkwater
  • one-horse
  • nickel-and-dime
  • uncelebrated
  • small-time

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • important
  • big
  • significant
  • material
  • substantial
  • major
  • chief
  • principal
  • meaningful
  • outstanding
  • worthy
  • unfrivolous
  • dominant
  • fatal
  • decisive
  • consequential
  • exceptional
  • impressive
  • prominent
  • remarkable
  • momentous
  • great
  • fateful
  • overriding
  • valuable
  • distinctive
  • eventful
  • essential
  • basic
  • worthwhile
  • famous
  • fundamental
  • weighty
  • eminent
  • notorious
  • overmastering
  • overbearing
  • prestigious
  • distinguished
  • key
  • renowned
  • illustrious
  • preeminent
  • all-important
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