antedates

[US]/ænˈtiːˌdeɪts/
[UK]/ænˈteɪtˌz/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.to be older than something else in history or time.; to put a date on something that is earlier than the real date.

Example Sentences

the discovery antedates written history.

this tradition antedates the roman empire.

the use of gunpowder antedates its widespread adoption in warfare.

her knowledge of the subject antedates her formal education.

the architectural style antedates the building itself.

these myths antedate recorded history.

the archaeological findings antedate any known civilization in the region.

his understanding of human nature antedates his philosophical writings.

the legend antedates the founding of the city.

the use of metal tools antedates agriculture in this region.

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