Furtherer

fur·ther  (fûrr)

adj. A comparative of far.

1. More distant in degree, time, or space: a result that was further from our expectations than last time; the further lamppost.

2. Additional: a further example; a further delay.

adv. A comparative of far.

1. To a greater extent; more: considered further the consequences of her actions.

2. In addition; furthermore: He stated further that he would not cooperate with the committee.

3. At or to a more distant or advanced point: went only three miles further; reading five pages further tonight. See Usage Note at farther.

tr.v. fur·thered, fur·ther·ing, fur·thers

To help the progress of; advance. See Synonyms at advance.

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[Middle English, from Old English furthra, from furthor, farther. Adv., from Middle English, from Old English furthor; see per¹ in Indo-European roots.]

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further·er n.