Emily Dickinson Lexicon
Definition for WITH-IN'
WITH-IN', prep. [Sax. withinnan.]
- In the inner part; as, the space within the walls of a house; a man contented and happy within himself. – Tillotson.
- In the limits or compass of; not beyond; used of place and time. The object is within my sight; within the knowledge of the present generation; within a month or a year.
- Not reaching to any thing external. Were every action concluded within itself. – Locke.
- In the compass of; not longer ago than. Within these five hours Hastings liv'd / Untainted. – Shak.
- Not latter than; as, within five days from this time, it will be fair weather.
- In the reach of. Both he and she are still within my pow'r. – Dryden.
- Not exceeding. Keep your expenses within your income.
- In the heart or confidence of. [Inelegant.] – South.
- In the house; in any inclosure.
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