Definition

In a later part of this document or text.

Example

The terms outlined in this agreement will be defined hereinafter.

Conversation

Have you read that report I sent you last week?

Not yet, but I plan to go through it this evening.

Just make sure to look at the section hereinafter for the main conclusions.

Sounds good! I'll focus on that part first.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Hereinafter is formed from "here" (from Old English "hēr", meaning in this place) and "inafter" (from Middle English "inafter", meaning after this). The word refers to something that will be mentioned or referred to later in the same document or context.

Memory Tip

Think of 'here' meaning this place and 'inafter' meaning after this — together, they help you remember that 'hereinafter' refers to something mentioned later in the same context.

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