Whereabout Meaning in English
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Definition
'Whereabout' (usually used in the plural 'whereabouts') means the place or location where someone or something is. It’s commonly used when the location is unknown or uncertain.
Usage & Nuances
'Whereabout' is most commonly used in the plural ('whereabouts'), especially in police, detective, or formal contexts. The singular form is rare in modern English. Common phrases: 'the whereabouts of,' 'his whereabouts are unknown.' The word is formal; in everyday English, people more often say 'location' or 'where someone is.'
Example Sentences
The police are searching for the whereabout of the missing child.
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Do you know the whereabout of your passport?
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Her whereabout were unknown for days.
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I'm not sure about his exact whereabout, but he might be in London.
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Their whereabout has been kept secret for security reasons.
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If you hear anything about his whereabout, let me know right away.
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