pre-war
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/priːˈwɔːr/
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/priːˈwɔː/
before a war
Etymology
Etymology Information
'pre-war' originates from the prefix 'pre-' meaning 'before' and the word 'war', indicating a period before a conflict.
Historical Evolution
'pre-war' has been used in English since the early 20th century to describe periods before major conflicts, notably World War II.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'before any war', but it has become more associated with the period before World War II.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
existing or occurring before a war, especially before World War II.
The pre-war architecture of the city is stunning.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42