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1.nounAn act in the past which may be used as an example to help decide the outcome of similar instances in the future.
2.nounA decided case which is cited or used as an example to justify a judgment in a subsequent case.
3.nounAn established habit or custom.
4.noun(with definite article) The aforementioned (thing).
5.nounThe previous version.
6.nounA rough draught of a writing which precedes a finished copy.
7.nounThe head of state of a republic."The vast majority of presidents have been male."
8.nounIn presidential republics, the head of government and head of state.
9.nounPrimary leader of a corporation. Not to be confused with CEO, which is a related but separate position that is sometimes held by a different person.
10.nounA person presiding over a meeting, chair, presiding officer, presider.
11.adjectiveOccupying the first rank or chief place; having the highest authority; presiding.