to wit

Definition

That is to say; namely; specifically.

Etymology

Originally, a shortening of that is to wit (“that is to know”); see wit.

Example Sentences

• "The directors of the company, to wit, Fred Smith and Albert Jones, inform us that…"
• "The defendant is charged with possession of a controlled substance, to wit, cocaine…"
• "Among the arrests is a man charged with possession of stolen goods, to wit: 50 beer crates."