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Definition whence in American English

whence adverb, conjunction

adverb, conjunction
/wens/
1

used for introducing the result of a fact that has just been stated

Example

The work is slow and dangerous, whence the high costs.

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2

an old or literary word meaning "from where"

Example

He arrived at the station, whence he walked to the Cumberland Hotel.

Example

They have returned to the place from whence they came.

Definition whence in American English