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previo

prior

adjective PREH-vyoh Less Common
Grammar & Structure Determiners

Origin: from Latin 'praevius', going before

Also means

subject to

Usage Note

Previo is a formal, bureaucratic adjective meaning 'prior' or 'subject to', most often seen in fixed phrases like previo appuntamento ('by prior appointment') and previo pagamento ('upon payment'). It agrees with its noun, giving previa autorizzazione.

Examples

"Si entra previo appuntamento."

Natural Translation

Entry is by prior appointment.

Literal Translation

One-enters prior appointment.

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