before
Pronunciation:
/bɪˈfɔː//biˈfɔɹ/adverb
Definitions
At an earlier time.
Example: I've never done this before.
In advance.
At the front end.
preposition
Definitions
Earlier than (in time).
Example: I want this done before Monday.
In front of in space.
Example: He stood before me.
In the presence of.
Example: He performed before the troops in North Africa.
Under consideration, judgment, authority of (someone).
Example: The case laid before the panel aroused nothing but ridicule.
conjunction
Definitions
In advance of the time when.
Rather or sooner than.
Example: I'll die before I'll tell you anything about it.