FOREGOING Meaning and
Definition
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Foregoing is an adjective that refers to something previously mentioned or discussed. It is commonly used to introduce or refer to a series of earlier statements, ideas, or examples. This term typically indicates that what is about to be mentioned or discussed has already been addressed or alluded to in some way. "Foregoing" can also be used in legal and written contexts, serving as an adjective that refers to preceding content within a document.
For instance, in a sentence such as "In light of the foregoing information," "foregoing" emphasizes that the information being referred to has already been mentioned or presented. It is a way to draw attention to what has already been discussed and use it as a basis for further explanation, conclusion, or action.
In legal contexts, "foregoing" is often used to refer to previously stated or written clauses, sections, or provisions within a contract, agreement, or legal document. It signifies that the cited content is preceding the current point of reference. This terminology is crucial for avoiding confusion and ensuring that the document is read and interpreted accurately.
Overall, "foregoing" serves as an important indicator of previously mentioned or presented material, allowing for clearer communication and comprehension across various domains.
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Going before in time or place; preceding.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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Etymology of FOREGOING
The word "foregoing" is derived from two separate words: "fore" and "going".
1. "Fore": This word comes from Middle English "fore", which was used as a preposition meaning "before" or "in front of". It can be traced back to the Old English word "fore", which had the same meaning.
2. "Going": This word comes from the Middle English word "gon", which means "to go" or "to proceed". It can be traced back to the Old English word "gān", having the same meaning.
When these two words are combined, "fore" and "going", the result is "foregoing". It is used as an adjective to refer to something that has been mentioned or discussed previously, usually in writing or text.
Idioms with the word FOREGOING
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the foregoing
The idiom "the foregoing" refers to something that has been previously mentioned or discussed. It relates to the ideas or information that have been presented earlier in a written or spoken text.
Similar spelling words for FOREGOING
- firking,
- dis-frocking,
- Freaking,
- forking,
- frocking,
- forgoing,
- fargoing,
- frigging,
- foraging,
- frugging,
- foregone,
- foreseen,
- foreskin,
- fracking,
- foreking,
- foreign,
- un-frocking,
- vraicking,
- forging,
- freaknik,
- frakking,
- phreaking,
- de-frocking,
- fricking.
Conjugate verb Foregoing
CONDITIONAL
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they
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FUTURE
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will forego
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he/she/it
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FUTURE PERFECT
I
will have foregone
we
will have foregone
you
will have foregone
he/she/it
will have foregone
they
will have foregone
PAST
I
forewent
we
forewent
you
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he/she/it
forewent
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forewent
PAST PERFECT
I
had foregone
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PRESENT
I
forego
we
forego
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he/she/it
foregoes
they
forego
PRESENT PERFECT
I
have foregone
we
have foregone
you
have foregone
he/she/it
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have foregone
I
am foregoing
we
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he/she/it
is foregoing
they
are foregoing
I
was foregoing
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you
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he/she/it
was foregoing
they
were foregoing
I
will be foregoing
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will be foregoing
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will be foregoing
I
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have been foregoing
he/she/it
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I
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he/she/it
had been foregoing
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I
will have been foregoing
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will have been foregoing
you
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he/she/it
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I
would have foregone
we
would have foregone
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would have foregone
he/she/it
would have foregone
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would have foregone
I
would be foregoing
we
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he/she/it
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they
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we
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