from way back



from way back

from far in the past; from a much earlier time. Grandfather comes from way back. This antique clock is from way back.
See also: back, way

from way back

Since long ago; for a long time. For example, This painting has been in the family from way back, or We know the Smiths from way back. [Colloquial; late 1800s]
See also: back, way

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
Constantia-Late Roman
Gunvor-Swedish, Norwegian, Danish
IkeIEKEnglish
Arvid-Swedish, Norwegian, Danish
Ska&Eth;I-Norse Mythology
Alfr-Norse Mythology