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previous

Pronunciation: /ˈpɹi.vi.əs/

The English word “previous” has 5 meanings listed here.

adjective

  1. Prior; occurring before something else, either in time or order.
  2. Premature; acting or occurring too soon.

noun

  1. An existing criminal record (short for "previous convictions")
  2. A track record of similar behaviour, especially bad behaviour.
  3. A record of previous hostility or conflict (between people).

Etymology

From Latin praevius.

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