present1
/ˈprɛz(ə)nt/
- 1.the period of time now occurring."they are happy and at peace, refusing to think beyond the present"
- 2.GRAMMARa present tense."the verbs are all in the present"
adjective
- 1.in a particular place."a doctor must be present at the ringside"
- 2.existing or occurring now."she did not expect to find herself in her present situation"
an earlier event or action that is regarded as an example or guide to be considered in subsequent similar circumstances."there are substantial precedents for using interactive media in training"
adjective
/prɪˈsiːd(ə)nt,ˈprɛsɪd(ə)nt/
- preceding in time, order, or importance."a precedent case"