adjective, noun
adjective [onlybeforenoun]
1 happening or existing before sth else or before a particular time
SYNPREVIOUS:
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 (prior to) (formal) before sth:
during the week prior to the meeting
noun (feminine prioress )
1 a person who is in charge of a group of MONKS or NUNS living in a PRIORY
2 (in an ABBEY) a person next in rank below an ABBOT or ABBESS
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This is a English–English dictionary entry.
Sourced from Main Dictionary in Lughet's collection.
This word also appears under other sources in Lughet's collection — see the list below.
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