precede
//prɪˈsiːd//
Verb
precedeInfinitive
precedePresent tense
precededPast tense
precededPast participle
precedingPresent participle
precedesThird-person singular
1
To come before something in time, order, or position.
A short introduction preceded the main presentation.
2
To go in front of or ahead of someone or something.
The guide preceded the tourists into the museum.
3
To introduce or preface something.
She preceded her speech with a brief introduction.