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Definition of herein

: in this

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For an explanation of the abbreviations used herein, see the section entitled “Abbreviations in this Work.”
Recent Examples on the Web Alas, herein lies the sad truth of the current economic crisis: It's gotten so bad that bankruptcy has actually become a poor option for many distressed companies. — Eriq Gardner, The Hollywood Reporter, "Why Bankruptcy May Not Be the Best Option Now for Hollywood's Distressed Firms," 9 Apr. 2020 And herein lies a big problem: faith in many American institutions is declining, especially in government. — John Manzella, Twin Cities, "John Manzella: Don’t destroy what makes America great," 17 Nov. 2019 And herein lies another problem: If the US is unable to locate and extradite the attackers, they may never be punished for their crimes. — Allen Kim, CNN, "In the last 10 months, 140 local governments, police stations and hospitals have been held hostage by ransomware attacks," 8 Oct. 2019 Mutu’s are no ordinary caryatids, and herein lies the source of her feminist intervention. — Daniel Gelernter, National Review, "The Metropolitan Museum of Art Defaces Its Façade," 21 Sep. 2019 Among the delicious tidbits herein is that in 1969, future felon Bob Halderman offered Brokaw the job of being Nixon’s press secretary. — David Holahan, USA TODAY, "Tom Brokaw draws parallels to Trump in new book 'The Fall of Richard Nixon'," 29 Oct. 2019 Each Winner is responsible for the reporting and payment of all taxes (if any) as well as any other costs and expenses associated with acceptance and use of prize not specified herein as being awarded. — CNN, "TUMS Ultimate Tailgate Sweepstakes Rules," 19 Aug. 2019 Winner is responsible for all applicable federal, state and local taxes, if any, as well as any other costs and expenses associated with prize acceptance and use not specified herein as being provided. — Sydney Bucksbaum, EW.com, "Enter EW’s Stranger Things Walkie T-ALKIE giveaway sweepstakes," 8 July 2019 And herein lies the lasting legacy of the 1968 election. — Elaine C. Kamarck, Washington Post, "Eight men, one chaotic election and the birth of the modern primary system," 18 July 2019

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before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

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“Herein.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/herein. Accessed 1 Dec. 2020.

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herein

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English Language Learners Definition of herein

formal
: in this book, document, etc.
: in this statement, fact, or detail

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herein

adverb
here·​in | \ hir-ˈin How to pronounce herein (audio) \

Kids Definition of herein

: in this A map is included herein.

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