Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
prior-experience
noun
/ˈpraɪər ɪkˈspɪərɪəns/

Definition
Experience gained from previous encounters or activities before a specific event or in a particular field.

Examples
- Having prior experience in marketing helped her excel in her new job.
- He listed his prior experience in software development on his resume.
- Prior experience in customer service is preferred for this position.

Meaning
The knowledge or skills acquired through previous work, education, or activities that can influence future performance or decisions.

Synonyms
- previous experience
- background
- knowledge
- expertise
- familiarity