Meanings
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1
adv
together with this letter, document, or other formal communication
I enclose herewith the signed contract and supporting documents.
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2
adv
by this statement or action; with this
The board herewith authorizes the treasurer to release the funds.
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Etymology
From Middle English herwith, from late Old English herwiþ, a compound of here + with. It survives mainly in formal, legal, and administrative language, especially when referring to material enclosed with a message.