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Henceforward (adv) means From this moment onwards.

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From this moment onwards.
"In other words, what we can expect to see henceforward, provided that all Regions make the effort, is a welcome brightening-up of stations and improvement in the general standard of amenities." — Brian Haresnape, Focus on B.R. passenger stations (1962)
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Etymology

From Middle English hennes forward, equivalent to hence + forward. Compare Middle English hens-forthward, hennes forthward (“henceforward”).

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What is the meaning of henceforward?
"henceforward" (adv) means from this moment onwards.
What is another word for henceforward?
Other words for "henceforward" include henceforth.
What is the opposite of henceforward?
The opposite of "henceforward" is hitherto.

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