Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
the-foregoing
adjective
/ðə fɔːrˈɡoʊɪŋ/
Definition
The term ‘the foregoing’ refers to something that has been previously mentioned or stated in a text or conversation.
Examples
- The foregoing explanation clarifies the main points of the argument.
- In the foregoing sections, we examined the historical context.
Meaning
It is often used to refer back to information or ideas that have already been expressed, implying that the reader should consider them for context or relevance.
Synonyms
- preceding
- previous
- aforementioned
- above-mentioned
