formerly
US /ˈfɔːr.mɚ.li/
UK /ˈfɔːr.mɚ.li/

1.
ранее, прежде
in the past; in earlier times
:
•
The building was formerly a school.
Здание ранее было школой.
•
She was formerly known as a great singer.
Она ранее была известна как великая певица.
ранее, прежде
in the past; in earlier times