ahead

Pronunciation: /əˈhɛd/

The English word “ahead” has 6 meanings listed here.

adverb

At or towards the front; in the direction one is facing or moving.
So as to be further advanced, either spatially or in an abstract sense; to be superior.
In or for the future.
To a later time.
At an earlier time; beforehand; in advance.
To an earlier time.

Etymology

From a- + head. Perhaps originally a nautical term, beyond the head (of a ship), then drifting into more general English usage where it is used to describe something as being in front of.

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