whereabout

[ hwair-uh-bout, wair- ]

adverb

1. whereabouts.

Word History and Origins

Origin of whereabout¹

Middle English word dating back to 1250–1300; where, about

Example Sentences

“So far, we have no communication with them or no details on the whereabout of them,” he said.

From Seattle Times

Under antidoping rules, athletes can be penalized without a positive test if they have three “whereabout failures” within 12 months.

From Washington Times

Under antidoping rules, athletes can be penalized without a positive test if they have three “whereabout failures” within 12 months.

From Washington Times

The lawyer, who declined to be named due to the sensitivity of the matter, said he was unaware of the status of King's custody or whereabout after February.

From Reuters

Under antidoping rules, athletes can be penalized without failing a test if they have three “whereabout failures” within a year’s span.

From Washington Times