Whereabouts/ˈwerəbaʊts/ Definition 1 of 2Pro Tip 1/3Location Inquiry Used when asking about or discussing the location of someone or something. Could you please tell me whereabouts the nearest station is? Pro Tip 2/3Vague Direction Indicates a non-specific area or direction when the precise location is unknown or unimportant. The treasure is hidden whereabouts the old oak tree. Pro Tip 3/3Casual Conversation Often used in casual or informal conversations rather than formal discussions. We're at the park, whereabouts do you want to meet?