adj.
1.existing or coming by way of addition
2.more distant in especially degree further adv.
1.to or at a greater extent or degree or a more advanced stage (`further' is used more often than `farther' in this abstract sense)
2.in addition or furthermore
3.to or at a greater distance in time or space (`farther' is used more frequently than `further' in this physical sense) further v.
1.promote the growth of
2.contribute to the progress or growth of