precedent — an earlier event or action that is regarded as an example or guide to be considered in subsequent similar circumstances
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: an earlier event or action that is regarded as an example or guide to be considered in subsequent similar circumstances
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈpresɪdənt/
Example Sentences
- My mom's rule of 'no phones during dinner' set a precedent that even my dad has to follow now.
- The company's decision to allow remote work set a precedent for the entire industry.
- Breaking up via text message would set a terrible precedent for our relationship standards.
precedent
NOUN[/ˈpresɪdənt/]
an earlier event or action that is regarded as an example or guide to be considered in subsequent similar circumstances
an earlier event or action that is regarded as an example or guide to be considered in subsequent similar circumstances
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'praecedent-' meaning 'going before,' derived from 'praecedere' (to go before), composed of 'prae-' (before) and 'cedere' (to go or yield).
Breakdown
prae- (before) + ced (go/yield) + -ent (one who) = precedent (one that goes before)
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📝Examples
“My mom's rule of 'no phones during dinner' set a precedent that even my dad has to follow now.”
“The company's decision to allow remote work set a precedent for the entire industry.”
“Breaking up via text message would set a terrible precedent for our relationship standards.”
“The Supreme Court's ruling established an important legal precedent.”
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