- prec|e|dence
- prec|e|dence «PREHS uh duhns, prih SEE-», noun.1. the act or fact of preceding; going or coming before in time or order. SYNONYM(S): antecedence.2. higher position or rank; greater importance: »
This work takes precedence over all other work.
SYNONYM(S): priority.3. the right to precede others in ceremonies or social affairs; social superiority: »A Senator takes precedence over a Representative.
Useful english dictionary. 2012.