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Definition of antedate

antedate

/ˈæn.tɪ.deɪt/
an · te · date
Plural:antedates
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Past Simple:antedated
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Past Participle:antedated
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Present Participle:antedating
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• verb

1

To precede in time or come before something else chronologically.

Example

"These ancient stone ruins antedate the arrival of Roman settlers by several centuries."

2

To assign an earlier date to a document, contract, or check than the actual date on which it was written or executed.

Example

"The firm refused to antedate the insurance policy to cover the prior accident."

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• noun

1

A date assigned to a document, event, or check that is earlier than the actual date of its creation or occurrence.

Example

"The auditor noticed an irregular antedate on the signed agreement."

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• Nearby Words

antebellum
antecedent
antechamber
antedate
antefix
antelope
antemortem

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the late 16th century from the Latin prefix 'ante-' (meaning 'before') combined with the English word 'date'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Antedate. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/antedate
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