therefor

adverb

there·​for t͟her-ˈfȯr How to pronounce therefor (audio)
: for or in return for that
ordered a change and gave his reasons therefor

Word History

First Known Use

12th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of therefor was in the 12th century

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“Therefor.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/therefor. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

therefor

adverb
there·​for t͟ha(ə)r-ˈfȯ(ə)r How to pronounce therefor (audio)
t͟he(ə)r-
: for or in return for that
ordered a change and gave his reasons therefor
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