THEREBY

adv.

3 definitions — Webster’s Dictionary (1828)


1.
adv.

By that; by that means; in consequence of that. Acquaint now thyself with him, and be at peace; thereby good shall come unto thee. Job xxii. 21.

2.
adv.

Annexed to that. "Thereby hangs a tale." Shak.

3.
adv.

Thereabout; -- said of place, number, etc. Chaucer.