Inner: meaning, definitions and examples

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inner

[ ˈɪnər ]

^{Context #1}

feelings

Located inside or further in; internal.

Synonyms

inside, interior, internal

Examples of usage

the inner core of the earth
inner feelings of guilt

^{Context #2}

spirituality

The spiritual or mental part of a person.

Synonyms

essence, soul, spirit

Examples of usage

finding peace within your inner self
connecting with your inner being

^{Context #3}

clothing

A part of a garment that is inside or hidden.

Synonyms

inside part, interior, lining

Examples of usage

the inner lining of a jacket
sewing the inner seam of a dress

Translations

Translations of the word "inner" in other languages:

🇵🇹 interno

🇮🇳 आंतरिक

🇩🇪 innen

🇮🇩 dalam

🇺🇦 внутрішній

🇵🇱 wewnętrzny

🇯🇵 内部の

🇫🇷 intérieur

🇪🇸 interno

🇹🇷 iç

🇰🇷 내부의

🇸🇦 داخلي

🇨🇿 vnitřní

🇸🇰 vnútorný

🇨🇳 内部的

🇸🇮 notranji

🇮🇸 innri

🇰🇿 ішкі

🇬🇪 შიდა

🇦🇿 daxili

🇲🇽 interno

Word origin

The word 'inner' originated from the Old English word 'innerra', which meant interior or further in. Over time, the word evolved to its current usage in Modern English to describe something located inside or internal. The concept of inner self and spirituality has also influenced the use of the word to convey deeper meanings related to the mind and soul.