Foregoing
/fɔːrˈɡoʊɪŋ/
Definitions
Previously mentioned or stated; preceding.
/fɔːrˈɡoʊɪŋ/
Mentioned or occurring earlier; preceding.
The foregoing information is crucial for understanding the contract.
💡 Simply: Think of a story where someone talks about something that happened earlier. 'Foregoing' is like saying "the stuff I mentioned before," like in the first paragraph.
👶 For kids: Means something you already said or wrote about, like in the beginning.
More Examples
As per the foregoing discussion, we have decided to proceed.
The author summarizes the foregoing chapters in the conclusion.
How It's Used
"The foregoing terms and conditions shall be binding on both parties."
"Refer to the foregoing report for detailed financial analysis."
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From the verb 'forego,' meaning to go before or precede, and the suffix '-ing,' indicating a present participle or gerund. Originally from Old English 'foregān', meaning 'to go before'.
Commonly found in legal and formal documents throughout history, the word has maintained its importance and meaning.
Memory tip
Think of 'fore' meaning before, making it easier to recall that 'foregoing' refers to something that came before.
Word Origin
"'to go before' or 'precede'"