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先立つ
Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word 先立つ.
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Entry
1
to lead; to take the lead (in doing something)
Examples
このミーティングの目的は、１月の商品企画会議に先立ち、新製品のプランを考えることです。
The purpose of the meeting is to make a plan for a new product prior to the Product Development Meeting in January.
2
to precede; to go before; to take precedence
Examples
おごりは破滅に先立つ。
Pride comes before a fall.
3
to die before (esp. one's spouse, parents, etc.)
Examples
スミスさんは奥さんに先立たれた。
Mr Smith was bereaved of his wife.
4
to be a prerequisite
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