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ә'fi:ld3 senses · 55 ms
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adv/əˈfiːld/
  1. 1

    Away (from the home or starting point, physical or conceptual). (Often preceded by far, farther, or further.)

    • This latest excursion took us farther afield than ever.
    • His latest remarks went far afield of any mainstream conception.
  2. 2

    On the field.

    • We now have both teams afield and can begin the match.
  3. 3

    Out in the open.

    • The merchant was much interested in my journey, and thought it dangerous to sleep afield.
    • Meanwhile, witch Tituba, Tonight you sleep afield, molest not this house. Return here early for your judgement.

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