Kilo Lingo

/əˈhed/

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Translation

In front, or further forward in place or in time.

Word origin

From the old sailing phrase a head, meaning at the front of a ship.

Origin
English
Root
a head

Examples

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"Ahead of" means in front of.

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Here "ahead" means forward in time.

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"Go ahead" tells someone that they may start.

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This word is part of lesson 11.