by way of

phrase

Synonyms of by way ofnext
1
: for the purpose of
2
: by the route through : via

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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

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“By way of.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/by%20way%20of. Accessed 13 Mar. 2026.

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