Definitions

1. noun

A person or thing that existed or was in existence before another.

“The predecessor to the current CEO played a significant role in shaping the company’s policies.”

2. verb

To come before or be a predecessor to something.

“The new policy will precede the old one, as it is designed to replace it.”

3. noun

A predecessor in a series or sequence of events.

“The earthquake was the predecessor to a series of devastating storms that hit the coast.”

4. noun

A person who precedes another in office or position.

“The incumbent mayor will be succeeded by his predecessor when he steps down.”