adjective
- existing or coming before in time, order, or importance
noun
- the head of a religious house or order
Usage: religious
Examples
- She had no prior experience with computers.
- Prior to the meeting, please review the documents.
- His prior commitment prevented him from attending.
- The judge considered his prior criminal record.
- Prior approval is required for all expenses.
- The prior of the monastery welcomed the visitors.
- Without prior notice, the event was cancelled.