PRECURSOR
(noun, adj.)Definitions
There are 4 meanings of the word
Precursor.
Precursor - as a noun
A substance from which another substance is formed (especially by a metabolic reaction)
A person who goes before or announces the coming of another
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
forerunner13Hypernyms (Closely Related)
individual15mortal8person8somebody16someone9soul4Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Something that precedes and indicates the approach of something or someone
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
forerunner13harbinger15herald10predecessor16Precursor - as an adjective
(of intersymbol interference) caused by the following symbol.
Example Sentences
"The discovery of fossilized footprints was a precursor to unlocking the secrets of dinosaur behavior."
"The film was a precursor to the wave of superhero movies that would dominate the box office."
"The Wright brothers' glider was a precursor to the invention of the airplane."
"The economic recession was seen as a precursor to a decline in consumer spending."
"The artist's early sketches served as precursors to his famous paintings."
Word Game Points
Is PRECURSOR a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, precursor is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PRECURSOR has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.
Is PRECURSOR a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, precursor is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPRECURSOR has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.
Is PRECURSOR a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, precursor is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPRECURSOR has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.