Antedate

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Definition: Antedate


Antedate

Quick Summary of Antedate


To date a document before the date on which it is drawn up.




What is the dictionary definition of Antedate?

Dictionary Definition


  1. To occur before an event or time; to exist further back in time
  2. To assign a date to a document or action earlier than the actual date; to backdate

Full Definition of Antedate


Antedate means to date a document before the date on which it is drawn up.

To antedate is not necessarily improper or illegal.

For instance, an ante-dated cheque is not invalid in law.


Synonyms For Antedate


backdate, antecede, precede, predate, antedating


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Definition Sources


Definitions for Antedate are sourced/syndicated and enhanced from:

  • A Dictionary of Economics (Oxford Quick Reference)
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Accounting
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Business & Management

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