Meaning of the word "prior to" in English

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prior to

US /"ˈpraɪər tuː"/
UK /"ˈpraɪər tuː"/
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Phrase

1.

before a particular time or event

Example:
You need to complete the registration prior to the deadline.
The meeting was cancelled prior to its scheduled start.
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