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Definition thus in British English

thus adverb

adverb
/ðʌs/

Thus can be used in the following ways:

as a way of showing how a sentence or clause is related to what has already been said: No decision had been made, and thus the situation remained unclear.

as an ordinary adverb: The merchants began to import corn, thus forcing farmers to cut their prices.

1

as a result of the fact that you have just mentioned

Example

Fewer pupils will attend the schools, and they will thus need fewer teachers.

Example

Someone had removed all the evidence. Thus, it was now impossible for the police to continue their investigation.

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2

in the way that has been mentioned, or by the method that has been mentioned

Example

The oil producers will raise prices, thus increasing their profits.

Example

'The most beautiful village in England.' Thus did the artist William Morris describe the village of Bibury.

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Definition thus in British English