PRECURSOR
(noun) something that precedes and indicates the approach of something or someone
synonyms : forerunner , harbinger , herald , predecessorScientists are worried about the melting icecaps, a precursor to a catastrophic climatic crisis. -added by naila_inlas
Sachin Tendulkar was the predecessor of the captainship which was later on transferred to MS Dhoni. -added by priyavanjeri
(noun) a person who goes before or announces the coming of another
synonyms : forerunnerThe principal walked onto the stage as a precursor to announce the arrival of the chief guest. -added by naila_inlas
The precursor announced tht the gust were arriving. -added by priyavanjeri
(noun) a substance from which another substance is formed (especially by a metabolic reaction)
Carrots are rich in carotene, a precursor to vitamin A, which helps improve our vision. -added by naila_inlas
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(Tag: :)) "precursor" = pre(before) + cursor(that points out) == something that points out in advance == forerunner :)
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(Tag: ) cursor is at the place while precursor is before so to tell fortune
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(Tag: ) She PREpared him for the CURSORy scene he was about to witness, serving as a PRECURSOR.
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