adv
heretofore
Heretofore (adv) means Before now, until now, up to the present time; from the beginning to this point.
adv
1
Before now, until now, up to the present time; from the beginning to this point.
2
Previously within the present text; earlier herein.
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Etymology
From Middle English heretoforn, equivalent to here (“here”) + toforn (“before”), from Old English tōforan (“before”). More at here, tofore.
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What is the meaning of heretofore?
"heretofore" (adv) means before now, until now, up to the present time; from the beginning to this point.
What are the different meanings of heretofore?
"heretofore" has 2 main meanings: 1. Before now, until now, up to the present time; from the beginning to this point; 2. Previously within the present text; earlier herein.