Definition

At a distance but within sight; over there.

Example

The mountains are yon, beyond the river.

Conversation

Have you seen that beautiful park yon over there?

Yeah, I noticed it while walking by yesterday.

We should go check it out this weekend.

Absolutely! I heard it's really nice this time of year.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

A word used to refer to something that is at a distance, often indicating a specific object or group of objects.

Example

Look at yon mountain in the distance.

Conversation

Do you see those mountains yon?

Yeah, they look beautiful from here.

I wonder how far they really are yon the valley.

Root Explanation

The word 'yon' originates from Old English 'geon', meaning 'over there' or 'yonder'. It is used to refer to something at a distance, often in a specific direction.

Memory Tip

Think of 'yon' as pointing to something 'over there' — it helps you remember that it refers to something at a distance.

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