(adv.) In this place; in the place where the speaker is; -- opposed to there.
(adv.) In the present life or state.
(adv.) To or into this place; hither. [Colloq.] See Thither.
(adv.) At this point of time, or of an argument; now.
Example Sentences:
Herse
Definition:
(n.) A kind of gate or portcullis, having iron bars, like a harrow, studded with iron spikes. It is hung above gateways so that it may be quickly lowered, to impede the advance of an enemy.