adv
thereupon
Thereupon (adv) means Upon that; thereon.
adv
1
Upon that; thereon.
2
In consequence, or by reason, of that; therefore.
3
Following that; forthwith; in sequence, but not necessarily in consequence.
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Etymology
From Middle English therupon, theruppon. Equivalent to there + upon. Compare German darauf.
Rhymes for thereupon
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What is the meaning of thereupon?
"thereupon" (adv) means upon that; thereon.
What are the different meanings of thereupon?
"thereupon" has 3 main meanings: 1. Upon that; thereon; 2. In consequence, or by reason, of that; therefore; 3. Following that; forthwith; in sequence, but not necessarily in consequence.