Afore
/əˈfɔr/adverb
Before in time; previously.
It had been agreed afore that no one would be absent.
Usage tips
Formal
aforementioned,aforetime,aforethought
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Understanding Context
Use 'afore' for literary or formal references to time; Example: 'As mentioned afore...'
Pro Tip 2/3Poetic Usage
Use in poetry to retain an archaic tone; Example: 'The actions taken afore were crucial.'
Pro Tip 3/3Avoid in Casual Speech
Refrain from using 'afore' in everyday conversation where simpler words would suffice; Example: Instead of 'I will come afore noon,' simply say 'I will come before noon.'
Compare with
beforepreviousearlypriorante
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