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withal

adverb
with·​al | \ wi-ˈtÍŸhȯl How to pronounce withal (audio) , -ˈthȯl How to pronounce withal (audio) \

Definition of withal

 (Entry 1 of 2)

1 : together with this : besides a supporter of all constructive work and withal an excellent businessman— A. W. Long
2 archaic : therewith sense 1
3 : on the other hand : nevertheless

withal

preposition

Definition of withal (Entry 2 of 2)

archaic
: with —used postpositively with a relative or interrogative pronoun as object
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Examples of withal in a Sentence

Adverb

 a successful businessman and withal a major contributor to local charities a homely face that was withal rather compelling

First Known Use of withal

Adverb

13th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Preposition

14th century, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology for withal

Adverb

Middle English, from with + all, al all

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