aforehand
|a-fore-hand|
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/əˈfɔːrhænd/
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/əˈfɔːhænd/
in advance
Etymology
Etymology Information
'aforehand' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'aforehonde', where 'afore' meant 'before' and 'hand' referred to 'possession or control'.
Historical Evolution
'aforehonde' transformed into the modern English word 'aforehand'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'in possession or control before', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'in advance'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
in advance; beforehand.
He had prepared everything aforehand.
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Last updated: 2025/05/25 02:06