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Meaning of previous

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

previous

Pronunciation:/ˈpɹiːvɪəs//ˈpɹivi.əs/

noun

Definitions

  1. An existing criminal record (short for "previous convictions")

    Example: It turned out the shoplifter had a lot of previous.

    Synonyms:form

  2. A track record of similar behaviour.

adjective

Definitions

  1. Prior; occurring before something else, either in time or order.

    Example: He is no better than the previous Prime Minister.

  2. Premature; acting or occurring too soon.

Sources:https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/previous

Related words

precedingearlyprematureformerpastoldlateforegoing