whereby
Translation
whereby, by which, through which
Examples
The company created a system whereby employees can work remotely.
The company created a system whereby employees can work remotely.
Grammar Patterns
[noun], whereby [clause] to introduce the method by which something is done. They have a system whereby you can pay online.
Similar Words
Synonyms: by which, through which, by means of which
Etymology
From 'where' + 'by'. It literally means 'by which'.
Memory Tips
It introduces the method or means by which something is done. Think 'where + by what means?' It's common in formal or legal writing.