1. the state or quality of being earlier in time or occurrence. 2. the right to take precedence in obtaining supplies, services, etc., as during a shortage. 3. the right to precede others in order, rank, privilege, etc.; precedence. 4. something given special or prior attention. More @Wikipedia
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