English Dictionary

why and wherefore

名詞

(set phrase, often pluralized) A full and complete explanation.

日本語の意味

完全な説明 / 徹底した解説 / 全体を網羅する理由の説明

She demanded the why and wherefore of his sudden resignation.

彼女は彼の突然の辞任の理由と詳しい説明を求めた。

意味（1）

(set phrase, often pluralized) A full and complete explanation.

Never mind the why and wherefore, / Love can level ranks, and therefore, / Though his lordship's station's mighty / Though stupendous be his brain.

whys and wherefores （ plural ）