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Definition of wherever

wherever

/wɛərˈɛv.ər/
wher · ev · er

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• conjunction

1

In or to whatever place or situation.

Example

"Please feel free to sit wherever you feel most comfortable."


2

In every case when; whenever.

Example

"We strive to use recycled materials wherever possible in our manufacturing process."


3

Regardless of where; no matter where.

Example

"Wherever she travels in the world, she always sends a postcard back home."

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• adverb

1

In or to whatever place; used in questions to express surprise, confusion, or emphasis.

Example

"Wherever did you find that antique pocket watch?"


2

In or to any place at all; anywhere (used informally when the exact location is unknown or unimportant).

Example

"You can store your luggage in the closet, under the bed, or wherever."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in Middle English as a compound of 'where' (from Old English 'hwær') and 'ever' (from Old English 'æfre').

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