previous

/ˈpɹiːvɪəs//ˈpɹivi.əs/

noun

  1. 1

    An existing criminal record (short for "previous convictions")

    It turned out the shoplifter had a lot of previous.
  2. 2

    A track record of similar behaviour.

Synonyms

adjective

  1. 1

    Prior; occurring before something else, either in time or order.

    He is no better than the previous Prime Minister.
  2. 2

    Premature; acting or occurring too soon.

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