English / word
before
adverb, preposition_adverb_conjunction A1MEANING IN ENGLISH
earlier than a time, event, or person in order
At an earlier time; in front of in order or place.
In context
01
Wash your hands before eating.
02
Read the instructions before the exam starts.
Synonyms
ahead,prior,earlier than
Antonyms
after,behind
Collocations
before dawn,before time,before long