cheana — meaning in English

English meaning

• already adv By this time, or by a specified earlier time; previously.
• before preposition Earlier than a particular time or event.

Senses

cheana is used for these senses in English:

• already Prior to some specified time, either past, present, or future; by this time; previously.
• before At an earlier time.

already — full definition

1. adv By this time, or by a specified earlier time; previously.
2. adv Informal: used to express impatience or exasperation.

before — full definition

1. preposition Earlier than a particular time or event.
2. preposition In front of, in space or in the presence of someone.
3. adverb At an earlier time; previously.
4. conjunction Earlier than the time when something happens.

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