precede
/prɪˈsiːd/
verb
- To come before something in time, order, or position.
- The appetizer course will precede the main dish.
- In the alphabet, the letter A precedes the letter B.
- A brief introduction preceded the keynote speech.
- To go in front of or lead the way for someone or something.
- The tour guide preceded the group into the museum.
- A police car preceded the parade to clear the streets.
- The butler preceded the guests into the dining room.
- To be more important or have a higher rank than something.
- In this company, safety concerns precede all other considerations.
- In the royal line of succession, the eldest child precedes younger siblings.
- The needs of the patient should always precede administrative tasks.