Here adv. [heer] 1. in, at, or to this place or position - as in I have lived here for only two weeks in the smallest and most soiled motel in the city 2. used when pointing or gesturing to indicate the place - as in the words sign here on the job applications under the sentence that asks if I had ever been convicted of a felony and the little box checked yes 3. used to draw attention to someone or something that has just arrived - as in here is the new temp and I know that the rumors have gone around because everyone looks at me with guarded eyes 4. used to indicate one's role in a particular situation - as in Father, I am here to find absolution for my sins and the pastor draws my to my feet and says God will forgive you in time, my son. See you next week 5. used to refer to existence in the world in general - as in why am I still here, why didn’t I kill myself in prison, freedom is acidic and its choking me 6. used when giving something to someone - as in here is your paycheck, don’t spend it on drugs and the man winks as if it is a joke and I want to tell him my father was alcoholic and an abuser 7. used to attract someone's attention - as in here, let me get the door for you and the woman smiles at me as she walks through because she doesn’t know me, but it feels so good to be looked at like I am an actual person 8. used when indicating a time, point, or situation that has arrived or is happening - as in here is my chance to start again. To be the person I want to be. To live a better life. I am still here.
