Whereby Uncommon

Definition, synonyms and related words

Definitions

Adverb

By what, in which direction; how.

"The new law was designed whereby citizens could vote from home without leaving their neighborhoods."

In plain English: Whereby is an old-fashioned word used to explain how something happens as a result of another action.

"The system works whereby users can log in with their social media accounts."

Example Sentences

"The system works whereby users can log in with their social media accounts." adv

"The contract is written whereby both parties agree to share costs equally." adv

"She organized the team meeting whereby everyone could voice their concerns." adv

"He built a system whereby neighbors can borrow tools from each other." adv

Whereby is a compound word formed from where and by. It entered English as a single adverbial unit meaning "through which."

Rhyming Words

maeby gleby dweeby hereby naseby moseby loteby kirkeby appleby thereby closeby nickleby bartleby battle of naseby nicholas nickleby

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