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anterioridad

priority

noun ahn-teh-ryoh-ree-DAHD Rare
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Also means

precedence

Usage Note

Anterioridad is almost always used in the fixed phrase con anterioridad (a), meaning 'prior to' or 'in advance of' (con anterioridad a la reunión = prior to the meeting). It is a formal, bureaucratic noun; everyday speech uses antes or previamente. The related adjective is anterior (previous, prior).

Examples

"Debes avisar con anterioridad."

Natural Translation

You must notify in advance.

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