Etymology

elsewhen

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Today it means: At some other time or times; somewhen else. Full definition →

Middle English ellys whan
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  1. Middle English · inherited fromellys whan
  2. English todayelsewhen

From Middle English ellys whan; corresponding with else + when.

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