antecedence

Noun

The fact of existing or happening before something else.

ریشه

From Latin 'antecedentia', from 'antecedent-', the present participle of 'antecedere' meaning 'go before'.

مثال

• The antecedence of the chicken to the egg is a classic debate.
• The antecedence of the invention of the wheel to the car is clear.
• The antecedence of the internet has revolutionized the way we communicate.

ترکیب‌های رایج

Historical antecedence Cultural antecedence Technological antecedence