Whereby - Synonyms, Antonyms and Etymology | EWA Dictionary
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Whereby

Indicates or describes a means or method by which something is accomplished.

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Examples:

He devised a plan whereby everyone benefited equally.

The agreement established a process whereby disputes are resolved.

They enacted a policy whereby employees can work remotely.

Etymology:

etymology
"Whereby" originates from the combination of the Old English word "hwær," meaning "where," and "by," which derives from the Old English word "be," indicating proximity or agency. It has been used in English since the 12th century.

Usage Statistics:

24 mentions per 1 million words Frequency
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