English dictionary
before
/b/I/'f/oU/r/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
preposition
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In front of; preceding in space; ahead of; as, to stand <i>before</i> the fire; <i>before</i> the house.
Source: webster1913
adverb
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earlier in time; previously
ExamplesI had known her before.
As I said before.
He called me the day before but your call had come even earlier.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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at or in the front
ExamplesWith the cross of Jesus marching on before.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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On the fore part; in front, or in the direction of the front; -- opposed to <i>in the rear</i>.
Source: webster1913