unto

preposition

un·​to ˈən-(ˌ)tü 

1

: to

2

—used as a function word to indicate reference or concern

… they became a world unto themselves.

—Anne T. Fleming

Examples of unto in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Big names holding the pen Some celebrated playwrights are theater categories unto themselves. — Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 6 Sep. 2026

This much space in the neighborhood is rare enough to be a feature unto itself. — Nora Deligter, Curbed, 4 Sep. 2026

With Pataaka now open, Midtown’s Spring Quarter development has become a dining destination unto itself. — Henri Hollis, AJC.com, 1 Sep. 2026

The designer Dapper Dan, who helped invent hip-hop fashion, was originally known for his high-fashion knockoffs, but consumers came to view him as a brand unto himself. — Kelefa Sanneh, New Yorker, 31 Aug. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, probably from un- (as in until) + to to

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

unto

preposition

un·​to ˌən-tə 

ˈən-tü

: to entry 1