Definition of Wherefore
Wherefore
where·fore
Definition/Meaning
(adverb)
(old) why, for what purpose or reason;
e.g. He wanted to know wherefore we had walked so far.
(adverb)
(old) therefore, because of which, for that reason, or as a result;
e.g. She arrived late at night, wherefore they allowed her to stay till morning.
(noun)
the reason for something, a statement or response that provides an explanation;
e.g. I demanded to know the wherefore for their decision.
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