Meaning of the word formerly in English

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formerly

US /ˈfɔːr.mɚ.li/
UK /ˈfɔːr.mɚ.li/
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Adverb

1.

in the past; in earlier times

Example:
The building was formerly a school.
She was formerly known as a great singer.
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