aforegoing
|a-fore-go-ing|
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/əˈfɔrˌɡoʊɪŋ/
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/əˈfɔːˌɡəʊɪŋ/
previously mentioned
Etymology
Etymology Information
'aforegoing' originates from Middle English, specifically the prefix 'afore-' meaning 'before' and the verb 'go' meaning 'to move or proceed'.
Historical Evolution
'aforegoing' changed from the Middle English word 'aforego' and eventually became the modern English word 'aforegoing'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to go before or precede', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'previously mentioned'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
previously mentioned or stated.
The aforegoing points summarize the main arguments.
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Last updated: 2025/05/25 01:51