Definition of "whereas" in Englisch

adverb

1. (obsolete) Where (that).

conjunction

1. In contrast; whilst on the contrary; although.

   • He came first in the race, whereas his brother came last.

2. (chiefly law) It being the fact that; inasmuch as. (Often used to begin recitals; sometimes emboldened or emphasized as a signifier.)

noun

1. A clause, as in legal documents, stating whereas.