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Before /bɪˈfɔː/

The meaning and definition of Before, with examples, synonyms, and a word game to make it stick.

Definition

adverb
  1. At an earlier time.
    “I've never done this before.”
  2. In advance.
preposition
  1. Earlier than (in time).
    “I want this done before Monday.”
  2. In front of in space.
    “He stood before me.”
conjunction
  1. In advance of the time when.
  2. Rather or sooner than.
    “I'll die before I'll tell you anything about it.”
Synonyms previously in front ahead by ere no later than
Antonyms after behind later

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