AFORESAID

Etymology

Adjective

aforesaid (not comparable)

Previously stated; said or named before.

Usage notes

When it modifies a noun phrase, it is generally preceded by the definite article the, and the combination functions as a determiner rather than a simple adjective. You can put it before a cardinal like the aforesaid two articles instead of the two aforesaid articles.

Synonyms

• abovesaid

• abovementioned

• aforementioned

• mentioned

Antonyms

• following

Source: Wiktionary


A*fore"said`, a.

Definition: Said before, or in a preceding part; already described or identified.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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