inner
in·ner
adjective \ˈi-nər\Definition of INNER
1
a : situated farther in <the inner bark> b : being near a center especially of influence <the inner circles of political power>
2
a : of or relating to the mind or spirit <the inner life> b : existing as an often repressed part of one's psychological makeup <inner child> <inner artist>
— inner noun
— in·ner·ly adverb
Examples of INNER
- She led the guests to an inner room.
- the inner face of the arch
- the inner lining of the jacket
- listening to her inner voice
Origin of INNER
Middle English, from Old English innera, comparative of inne within
First Known Use: before 12th century
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