MeanOF

precede

- verb (v)

Meaning: go ahead of

Synonyms: antecede antedate anticipate be ahead of come first forerun foreshadow go before go in advance guide harbinger have a head start head head up herald in space introduce lead light the way outrank pace pave the way pioneer predate preexist preface presage rank ring in run ahead scout take precedence time usher
Antonyms: follow go after

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