Ere - Meaning, Definition & English Examples
Ere is a poetic or archaic preposition or conjunction meaning before in time or place. It is often used in literature, as in ere sunrise or ere long.
Definition:
Poetic or archaic term meaning "before" in time or place.
Synonyms:
before, prior to, sooner than
Part of Speech:
preposition, conjunction
Antonyms:
after, following
Common Collocations:
ere long, ere now, ere sunset
Derivatives:
erenow, erewhile
Usage Tips:
Use "ere" in poetic or formal contexts to mean "before"; avoid in casual speech.
Common Phrases:
ere long, ere now, ere the dawn
Etymology:
Derived from Old English "ǣr," meaning "before" in time or position.
Examples:
- 1. The sun rose ere the birds began to sing.
- 2. She left ere the party ended.
- 3. Ere long, the storm will pass.
- 4. He arrived ere midnight struck.