Definition

In a later part of a document or speech.

Example

The terms of the agreement are outlined in section 5, and the responsibilities are detailed thereinafter.

Conversation

Did you finish reading that book I lent you?

Yeah, I just wrapped it up last night.

What did you think about the ending, thereinafter?

I found it surprising, especially how it connected to the themes discussed earlier.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Thereinafter → It is formed from "there" (meaning in that place) and "inafter" (from Old English "in" meaning in and "æfter" meaning after). The word "thereinafter" means in that place after a certain point in time or text.

Memory Tip

Think of 'there' meaning a specific place and 'inafter' meaning after that point — together, they help you remember that 'thereinafter' refers to something that occurs after a specified point.

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