English Meaning & Definitions
Besides, in addition, or furthermore.
- “She was clever, and forby, she had a remarkable work ethic.”
- “The cottage was small, and forby, it needed a lot of repairs.”
Past or close by; alongside or besides.
- “He walked right forby without even noticing us.”
- “The sheep grazed quietly forby the stone wall.”
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Derived from Middle English 'forbi', from Old English 'forbī' meaning 'past, beside', combining 'for' (by, past) and 'bī' (by). Historically used in northern English and Scots dialects to mean 'besides' or 'past'.
Think of 'for' plus 'by' to remember it means 'besides' or 'in addition to'.
Frequently Asked Questions About “forby”
1. What is the meaning of “forby” in English?
In English, forby (adverb) is defined as: “Besides, in addition, or furthermore.”.
2. How do you use “forby” in a sentence?
“She was clever, and forby, she had a remarkable work ethic.”
3. What are English synonyms of “forby”?
4. What is the etymology and word origin of “forby”?
Derived from Middle English 'forbi', from Old English 'forbī' meaning 'past, beside', combining 'for' (by, past) and 'bī' (by). Historically used in northern English and Scots dialects to mean 'besides' or 'past'.
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