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Word prior
WordType (adjective)
Phonetic BrE / ˈpraɪə(r) / NAmE / ˈpraɪər /
Example
  • although not essential, some prior knowledge of statistics is desirable.
  • this information must not be disclosed without prior written consent.
  • visits are by prior arrangement.
  • please give us prior notice if you need an evening meal.
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prior

(adjective)BrE / ˈpraɪə(r) / NAmE / ˈpraɪər /
  1. happening or existing before something else or before a particular time
    • Although not essential, some prior knowledge of statistics is desirable.
    • This information must not be disclosed without prior written consent.
    • Visits are by prior arrangement.
    • Please give us prior notice if you need an evening meal.
    • She will be unable to attend because of a prior engagement.
  2. already existing and therefore more important
    • They have a prior claim to the property.
  3. before something
    • during the week prior to the meeting

    Extra Examples

    • She will be unable to attend because of a prior engagement.
    • This information must not be disclosed without prior written consent.
    • Visits are by prior arrangement.

    Word Origin

    • adjective early 18th cent.: from Latin, literally ‘former, elder’, related to prae ‘before’.
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