wherein Meaning, Definition & Usage

Where*in" adverb

Definitions

1. In which; in which place, thing, time, respect, or the like; -- used relatively.

   Her clothes wherein she was clad. Chaucer.

   There are times wherein a man ought to be cautious as well as innocent. Swift.

2. In what; -- used interrogatively.

   Yet ye say, Wherein have we wearied him! Mal. ii. 17.