Phrase guide

in advance

prep_phrase · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

prep_phrase

Meaning 1

Beforehand.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • The money was paid in advance.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

2

adverb

Meaning 2

ahead of time; in anticipation

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

Examples

  • when you pay ahead (or in advance) you receive a discount
  • We like to plan ahead
  • should have made reservations beforehand

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: ahead, beforehand

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

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