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   precursory

   /prɪˈkəːs(ə)ri/

   adjective

   • 1. preceding something in time, development, or position; preliminary: "precursory seismic activity"

   Word Origin late 16th century: from Latin praecursorius, from praecurs- ‘preceded’ (see precursor).

   Scrabble Points: 17

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