preexistent Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. adjective satellite existing previously or before something
    pre-existent; preexisting; pre-existing.
    • variations on pre-existent musical themes

WordNet

Pre`ëx*ist"ent adjective (Also<
  • Preexistent
  • Preëxistent
)
Definitions
  1. Existing previously; preceding existence; as, a preëxistent state. Pope.

Webster 1913