afield /əˈfiːld/ adverb3 •Away (from the home or starting point, physical or conceptual). (Often preceded by far, farther, or further.)This latest excursion took us farther afield than ever.His latest remarks went far afield of any mainstream conception. •Out in the open.The merchant was much interested in my journey, and thought it dangerous to sleep afield. — 1879 •On the field.We now have both teams afield and can begin the match. formsmore afield · most afield