herein

adverb

here·​in hir-ˈin How to pronounce herein (audio)
: in this
the abbreviation used herein

Examples of herein in a Sentence

For an explanation of the abbreviations used herein, see the section entitled “Abbreviations in this Work.”
Recent Examples on the Web
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
Any financial instruments mentioned herein are speculative in nature and may involve risk to principal and interest. Katie Stockton, CNBC, 16 Mar. 2026 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. AJC.com, 6 Mar. 2026 Yet herein lies the main problem with this stage of Giddey’s career. Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 5 Mar. 2026 The opinions and clinical experiences presented herein are for informational purposes only. CBS News, 4 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for herein

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of herein was before the 12th century

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“Herein.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/herein. Accessed 3 Apr. 2026.

Kids Definition

herein

adverb
here·​in hi(ə)r-ˈin How to pronounce herein (audio)
: in this

More from Merriam-Webster on herein

Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!

More from Merriam-Webster