foregoing
|fore-go-ing|
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/ˈfɔrˌɡoʊɪŋ/
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/ˈfɔːˌɡəʊɪŋ/
(forego)
precede or abstain
Etymology
Etymology Information
'foregoing' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'forgān,' where 'for-' meant 'before' and 'gān' meant 'to go.'
Historical Evolution
'forgān' transformed into the modern English word 'foregoing' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to go before,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'previously mentioned or stated.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
previously mentioned or stated.
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Last updated: 2025/04/07 15:14