Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
the-above
Phrase
ðə əˈbʌv

Definition
Referring to something that has been mentioned earlier in a text or conversation.

Examples
- The aforementioned statement is true, as illustrated by the above example.
- In the above case, we need to reconsider our options.

Meaning
Used to denote something previously stated or identified.

Synonyms
- aforementioned
- previously mentioned
- the previously stated