Etymology

thataway

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Today it means: That way (usually in terms of physical direction). Full definition →

First used c. 1830s
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The story

From that + way with anaptyxis of [a], see also -a-.

First known use, by meaning

  • from c. 1830s That way (usually in terms of physical direction).

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