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adverb
hence·​for·​ward | \ hen(t)s-ˈfȯr-wÉ™rd How to pronounce henceforward (audio) \

Definition of henceforward

: henceforth
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Synonyms for henceforward

Synonyms

henceforth, hereafter

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Examples of henceforward in a Sentence

you have sworn to tell the truth in this court, and henceforward you are bound by your oath

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 The party has been cited as the reason why balls were henceforward held in other venues, says Anthony. — Alicia Ault, Smithsonian, "When Was the First Inaugural Ball?," 19 Jan. 2017 The party has been cited as the reason why balls were henceforward held in other venues, says Anthony. — Alicia Ault, Smithsonian, "When Was the First Inaugural Ball?," 19 Jan. 2017

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First Known Use of henceforward

14th century, in the meaning defined above

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