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predating

 

[ ˈprɪːˌdeɪtɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

time relation

Predating refers to something that occurred or existed before a specified time or event. It implies precedence in time and is often used in historical or comparative contexts to indicate that one thing came before another. This term can also relate to the dating of artifacts or events in archaeology and history, highlighting their sequence in relation to each other. The concept of predating can be important in discussions about causality and influence, as earlier events may impact subsequent ones.

Synonyms

anteceding, forerunning, preceding

Examples of usage

  • The findings in this site predate the establishment of the city.
  • The predating of the manuscript suggests it is older than previously thought.
  • Fossils found in this area predate the last ice age.
  • The event's predating the law changes the significance of the analysis.

Translations

Translations of the word "predating" in other languages:

🇵🇹 antecipação

🇮🇳 पूर्वनिर्धारण

🇩🇪 vorauseilend

🇮🇩 pra-datang

🇺🇦 попереднє

🇵🇱 predysponowanie

🇯🇵 先行する

🇫🇷 prédation

🇪🇸 predatación

🇹🇷 önceden

🇰🇷 선행

🇸🇦 السابقة

🇨🇿 předcházející

🇸🇰 predchádzajúci

🇨🇳 预先

🇸🇮 predhodni

🇮🇸 forverandi

🇰🇿 алдын ала

🇬🇪 წინამდებარე

🇦🇿 əvvəlcədən

🇲🇽 predating

Etymology

The term 'predating' originates from the combination of the prefix 'pre-' meaning 'before' and the verb 'date', which itself is derived from the Old French 'date' and Latin 'data', meaning 'given'. The use of 'pre-' together with 'date' indicates a specific historical or temporal relation, where one event or artifact is recognized as occurring before another. The concept of predating has been integral in disciplines like archaeology, history, and paleontology, where establishing timelines is crucial for understanding human development and natural history. The application of the term has evolved over time, finding relevance in various fields, including legal discussions and research methodologies, to evaluate when particular events occurred in relation to regulatory or social changes.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #33,144 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.