| adv. | 1. | |
| 1. | In a state of anticipation ore preoccupation; in advance; - often followed by with. | |
| 2. | By way of preparation, or preliminary; previously; aforetime. | |
| a. | 1. | In comfortable circumstances as regards property; forehanded. |
| Adj. | 1. | beforehand - being ahead of time or need; "gave advance warning"; "was beforehand with her report" Synonyms: advance |
| Adv. | 1. | beforehand - ahead of time; in anticipation; "when you pay ahead (or in advance) you receive a discount"; "We like to plan ahead"; "should have made reservations beforehand" Synonyms: in advance, ahead |