precedes
|pre-cedes|
B2
/prɪˈsiːd/
(precede)
to go before
Etymology
Etymology Information
'precede' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'praecedere', where 'prae-' meant 'before' and 'cedere' meant 'to go'.
Historical Evolution
'precede' changed from Old French word 'precéder' and Middle English forms (e.g. 'preceeden'/'preceden') and eventually became the modern English word 'precede'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to go before', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to come before in time, order, or position'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to come before something in time, order, or position.
The ceremony precedes the reception.
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Last updated: 2025/09/23 07:01