Meaning & Definition of word "Hereby"

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    Hereby

    /ˈhɪər.baɪ/

    adverb:

    • 1. By this means; as a result of this action.
      • Example: I hereby declare this meeting officially opened.
    • 2. In this document or statement.
      • Example: The undersigned hereby grant permission for the project to proceed.
    • 3. By this act; thereby.
      • Example: I hereby resign from my position effective immediately.
    • 4. As a formal announcement or declaration.
      • Example: The company hereby informs all employees of the new policy.

    Etymology

    Middle English, from here + by.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    hereby agree:

    to accept or approve this statement.

    hereby confirm:

    to affirm the truth or accuracy of this statement.

    hereby declare:

    to officially announce or make known.

    Related Words

    here:

    in this place or location.

    by:

    indicating the means of achieving something.

    Slang Meanings of hereby