athort

Scots

Etymology

From 15th century, derived from Old English a (“on”) + Old Norse þverr. Compare Old English þweorh (“crosswise”).

Adjective

athort (not comparable)

  1. Across, all over

Usage notes

  • Ower is the more common form in use.

Adverb

athort

  1. Across, over

References

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