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before
01
ahead of someone or something in time, order, or importance
Example
The children opened their presents before breakfast.
They studied for the exam together before the test date.
The guests arrived before the party started.
02
at a time earlier than something
03
in a position or location ahead of or in front of something or someone
Example
The cat sat before the fireplace, enjoying the warmth.
She stood before the mirror, carefully adjusting her hair.
04
used to indicate preference or priority of one thing over another
Example
She always puts her family 's needs before her own.
Safety comes before speed when it comes to driving.
They believe in putting the needs of the community before their own interests.
before
01
at an earlier time
Example
Although he 's been to the city before, he's never visited this particular museum.
He has experienced this problem before.
She 's visited many European countries before, but this is her first trip to Asia.
02
at or in the front
before
01
earlier than a particular action or event
Example
Do n't forget to lock the door before you go out.
I will call you before I go to bed tonight.
Let 's have lunch before we start the meeting.
