Pronunciation: [mˈɔː wˈɛstwəd] (IPA) 
The phrase "more westward" is spelled using the IPA (International Phonetic Alphabet) transcription as /mɔr ˈwɛstwərd/. The "more" is pronounced with the "o" sound as in "orbit" and the "r" sound is lightly articulated almost to the point of being silent. "Westward" is pronounced with a long "e" sound as in "meet" and the "r" sound is fully pronounced. The phrase means moving further towards the west direction.
"More westward" refers to an additional or greater extent in the direction towards the west. It describes a movement, location, or position that is farther or closer to the west in comparison to a previous or alternative point.
The term "westward" indicates movement or direction towards the west, which is the point of the horizon where the sun sets and is commonly associated with a sense of exploration and adventure. Therefore, when utilized in the phrase "more westward," it denotes an increased degree of movement or orientation towards the west.
For instance, if a traveler is moving from New York City towards California, they would be considered to be moving westward. In this context, if the traveler continues their journey from California towards Hawaii, they would be moving "more westward" since Hawaii is located further west relative to California.
The phrase "more westward" can also be used to describe a specific location or position. For example, if there are two towns located in the western part of a country, one further to the east and the other further to the west, the town that is situated closer to the western boundary would be considered "more westward."
In summary, "more westward" indicates a progression or advancement towards the western direction, either in terms of movement, location, or position.
The term "more westward" does not have a specific etymology as it is a combination of two words: "more", which is an adverb indicating an increase in quantity or degree, and "westward", which is an adverb indicating a direction - specifically towards the west. Both words have their respective origins in Old English.
"More" comes from the Old English word "māra", which means "greater" or "larger". It has roots in Germanic languages, ultimately derived from the Proto-Indo-European root "mē-", meaning "to measure" or "great".
"Westward" is derived from the Old English word "westweard", which is a combination of "west" (meaning "west") and the suffix "-weard" (meaning "ward" or "towards").
