First Known Use: 14th century
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1whereas
conjunction where·as \hwer-ˈaz, wer-, (ˌ)(h)wər-\
—used to make a statement that describes how two people, groups, etc., are different
law : since it is true that
Full Definition of WHEREAS
1
a : while on the contrary b : although
2
: in view of the fact that : since —used especially to introduce a preamble
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Origin of WHEREAS
Middle English where as, from where + as
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- Synonyms
- as, as long as, because, being (as or as how or that) [chiefly dialect], 'cause, considering, for, inasmuch as, now, seeing, since
2whereas
noun
Definition of WHEREAS
1
: an introductory statement of a formal document : preamble
2
: a conditional or qualifying statement
First Known Use of WHEREAS
1795
WHEREAS Defined for Kids
whereas
conjunction where·as \hwer-ˈaz, wer-\
Definition of WHEREAS for Kids
1
: since it is true that <Whereas you fulfilled the requirements, you are hereby granted membership.>
2
: while just the opposite <Water quenches fire, whereas gasoline feeds it.>
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