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past Definition and Meaning in English (past definition)

noun
Quick Answer • Definition

Past definition: The time that has gone by, especially the period before the present moment.

Definitions of Past

  1. 1noun

    The time that has gone by, especially the period before the present moment.

  2. 2adjective

    Referring to a time or event that has already occurred or elapsed.

  3. 3preposition

    Beyond in time, place, or amount; no longer experiencing or capable of.

Example Sentences

“She often thinks about her past.”

“The past few days have been very busy.”

“He walked past the old house.”

Inflected Word Forms

nounpast tense
nounpast participle
nounpast perfect

Phrases & Idiomatic Expressions

in the pastexpression

In a former time; previously.

past caringidiom

No longer concerned or interested.

past one's primeidiom

No longer at one's best or most effective.

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Past definition: The time that has gone by, especially the period before the present moment.
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'Past' translates to 'past' in English. Past definition: The time that has gone by, especially the period before the present moment.
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