Meaning of previous(a) in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Classifying Adjective
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

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  1. Classifying Adjective

    previous(a)

    Definitions

    1. (used especially of persons) of the immediate past

    Examples

    • « the former president »
    • « our late President is still very active »
    • « the previous occupant of the White House »

    Synonyms

  2. 2. just preceding something else in time or order

    Examples

    • « the previous owner »
    • « my old house was larger »

    Synonyms

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