1. At a great distance: This is the most common meaning, used to describe something that is physically far away. For example:
* "They traveled afar to visit their family."
* "The ship sailed afar into the open sea."
2. From a long time ago: This meaning is less common and is often used to describe something that happened in the past, sometimes with a sense of nostalgia or historical significance. For example:
* "Tales afar were told by the campfire."
* "He dreamed of adventures afar."
The meaning of "afar" is determined by the context in which it is used.