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verb/ədˈvɑːnst//ədˈvænst/
  1. 1

    simple past and past participle of advanceform-ofparticiplepast

adj/ədˈvɑːnst//ədˈvænst/
  1. 1

    At or close to the state of the art.

  2. 2

    Involving greater complexity; more difficult, elaborate or specialized.

    • The option can be found under advanced settings.
    • I'm taking a course in advanced knitting techniques.
  3. 3

    Having moved forward in time or space (e.g. advanced ignition timing).

    • a gentleman advanced in years, with a hard experience written in his wrinkles
  4. 4

    In a late stage of development or education; having greatly progressed beyond an initial stage.

    • This is an advanced prototype, it already has most of the features the final product will have.
    • This book is suitable for advanced learners of English.
  5. 5

    Pronounced farther to the front of the vocal tract.

  6. 6

    Indicating a time ahead of the correct time.Philippines

syn. progressive · professional · sophisticated

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