Lexi1 - whether - definition and examples

whether (determiner) /ˈwɛðə(ɹ)/

1

(obsolete) Which of two.

1

(obsolete) Which of two.

1

Indicates doubt between possibilities (usually with correlative or).

2

Without a correlative, introduces a simple indirect question.

3

Introduces a disjunctive adverbial clause qualifying the main clause (with correlative or).

4

(obsolete) Introduces a direct question between alternatives (often with correlative or).