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according to

preposition

: as stated, reported, or recorded by (someone or something)

: as directed or required by (rules, directions, etc.)

: in a way that is based on (something)

Full Definition of ACCORDING TO

: in conformity with

: as stated or attested by

: depending on

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14th century

ACCORDING TO Defined for Kids

preposition ac·cord·ing to

: in agreement with <Everything was done according to the rules.>

: as stated by <According to the weather report, it's going to rain.>

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