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pre·date
 predate
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- pronunciation:
- pri
deIt
- features:
- Word Parts
| part of speech: |
transitive verb |
| inflections: |
predates, predating, predated |
| definition 1: |
to occur or exist before.
Their mutual dislike predates this quarrel. |
| definition 2: |
to have or give an earlier date than.
This check predates our contract.They signed the mortgage on May 31, but predated it May 1.- similar words:
- antedate
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| related words: |
antedate |
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