moreover
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more·over

adverb \mr-ˈō-vər, ˈmr-ˌ\

Definition of MOREOVER

: in addition to what has been said : besides

Examples of MOREOVER

  1. The cameras will deter potential criminals. Moreover, they will help police a great deal when a crime actually is committed.
  2. <swimming alone is against the rules and, moreover, it's dangerous>

First Known Use of MOREOVER

14th century

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