whereat

conjunction

where·​at (h)wer-ˈat How to pronounce whereat (audio)
(ˌ)(h)wər-
1
: at or toward which
2
: in consequence of which : whereupon

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of whereat was in the 14th century

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Cite this Entry

“Whereat.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/whereat. Accessed 28 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

whereat

conjunction
where·​at -ˈat How to pronounce whereat (audio)
1
: at or toward which
2
: as a result of which

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