to forego
01
先行, 领先
to go or to be before someone or something in time or place
例子
The ancient civilizations forewent the current technological advancements by centuries, laying the foundations for future discoveries.
古代文明先于当前的技术进步几个世纪，为未来的发现奠定了基础。
The first settlers forewent the path that would eventually become the bustling city center.
第一批定居者先行于那条最终将成为繁华市中心的道路。
02
放弃, 失去
lose (s.th.) or lose the right to (s.th.) by some error, offense, or crime
03
放弃, 停止
do without or cease to hold or adhere to
