Why |
For what cause, reason, or purpose; on what account; wherefore; -- used interrogatively. See the Note under What, pron., 1. |
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Why |
For which; on account of which; -- used relatively. |
adv. |
Why |
The reason or cause for which; that on account of which; on what account; as, I know not why he left town so suddenly; -- used as a compound relative. |
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Why |
A young heifer. |
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