unto (B2)

preposition

Pronunciation: /ˈʌntuː/

Definition

To or toward a place, person, or state; used in older or formal English.

Examples

• He bowed unto the queen.

• The path led unto the sea.

• She gave her heart unto him.

How to Use unto

unto (prepositional phrase)

Indicating direction or destination, often in formal or archaic contexts. — "He gave the land unto his heirs."

Synonyms of unto

Words with a similar meaning to unto:

• to
• toward
• towards
• upon

Antonyms of unto

Words with the opposite meaning to unto:

• from
• away from

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