Definition

In a part of a document or text that comes before this point.

Example

The terms outlined hereinbefore must be followed by all parties involved.

Conversation

Did you read the section that was mentioned hereinbefore?

Yeah, I found it really interesting and informative.

I thought so too, especially the examples given hereinbefore that illustrate the point.

Exactly! Those examples really helped clarify the concepts.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Hereinbefore → It is formed from "herein" (from Old English "her" meaning here and "in" meaning within) and "before" (from Old English "beforan" meaning in front of or prior to). The word "hereinbefore" refers to something mentioned previously within the same context or document.

Memory Tip

Think of 'here' and 'in' to remember that 'herein' means within this place, and 'before' indicates something that was mentioned earlier.

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