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    Before

    /bɪˈfɔːr/

    Meaning & Definition

    preposition
    At an earlier time than; prior to.
    I always have breakfast before going to work.
    In front of; ahead of.
    He stood before the crowd to give his speech.
    conjunction
    At an earlier time than the time when; prior to.
    She left before the meeting started.
    In the time leading up to a point in time.
    You should finish your homework before you go out.
    adverb
    Earlier; previously.
    I had seen that movie before.

    Etymology

    Old English 'beforan', meaning 'in front of' or 'earlier than'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    before long:
    In a short while.
    the calm before the storm:
    A period of peace before chaos.
    better safe than sorry:
    It's wiser to be cautious than to act recklessly.

    Related Words

    after
    Subsequent to; following.
    during
    Throughout the course of; in the period of.
    prior
    Existing or coming before.
    fore
    To be at the front or forefront.

    Slang Meanings

    B4
    I'll see you B4 the party.
    Beforehand
    Make sure to check it beforehand.