Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Prior.
How to pronounce prior:
US
Prior - as a noun
The head of a religious order; in an abbey the prior is next below the abbot
Prior - as an adjective satellite
Prior - as an adjective
Advance; previous; coming before.
Example: "I had no prior knowledge you were coming."
Former, previous.
Example: "His prior residence was smaller than his current one."
Prior - as an adverb
Previously.
Example: "The doctor had known three months prior."
Example Sentences
"She made a prior appointment with her doctor."
"He had no prior experience in the field."
"They attended a seminar on the prior day."
"The prior owner of the house left a mess behind."
"Please provide any prior work samples you have."
Word Game Points
Is PRIOR a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, prior is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PRIOR has a SCRABBLE points total of 7.
Is PRIOR a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, prior is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPRIOR has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 8.
Is PRIOR a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, prior is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPRIOR has a WORDFEUD points total of 8.