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  3. /formerly

formerly

🇬🇧 UK/'fɒ:mәli/🇺🇸 US
TOEFLB2

Definitions

adv.

At a previous time; in the past; once.

从前,以前

🧩 Root Breakdown

Root-derived
formform, shape, appearance
+
erone who does, agent
+
lyin the manner of
=formerly

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    She formerly worked as a nurse before transitioning to administrative positions.

  • 2.

    The area was formerly covered by forests but is now mostly urban development.

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