furthermore

American

[fur-ther-mawr, -mohr] / ˈfɜr ðərˌmɔr, -ˌmoʊr /

adverb

moreover; besides; in addition.

Furthermore, he left orders not to be disturbed.

furthermore British

/ ˈfɜːðəˌmɔː /

adverb

in addition; moreover

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Etymology

Origin of furthermore

First recorded in 1150–1200; further + more

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Why am I speeding down this interstate at 80 miles per hour, and furthermore, when did the speed limit change to 80?

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And, furthermore, she’s just happy to be with them?

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