herein

UK: hɪərˈɪn | US: hɪrˈɪn

Definition

  1. adv. in this document, statement, or matter

  2. adv. within this context or scope

Structure
here <in this place>in <inside>
Etymology

The word "herein" is a compound of the Old English words "hēr" (here) and "in" (in). It emerged in Middle English (12th–15th century) as a straightforward combination of these two spatial/locative terms. The logic is transparent: "here" anchors the reference to a specific place or context, while "in" narrows the scope to what is contained within it. Historically, it was used in legal and formal texts to refer to details within the same document, a usage that persists today.

Examples

  1. The terms and conditions stated herein are binding.

  2. All rights reserved herein may not be reproduced without permission.

  3. The data herein supports the conclusion of the study.

  4. The author’s arguments herein are well-reasoned.

  5. Please refer to the guidelines herein for further instructions.