1. (prep.) On the further side of; in the same direction as, and further on or away than.
2. (prep.) At a place or time not yet reached; before.
3. (prep.) Past, out of the reach or sphere of; further than; greater than; as, the patient was beyond medical aid; beyond one's strength.
4. (prep.) In a degree or amount exceeding or surpassing; proceeding to a greater degree than; above, as in dignity, excellence, or quality of any kind.