put before
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
To treat (someone or something) as more important than (someone or something else).
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
I'd never put your brother before you.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
To display a proposal or idea to (someone) to be considered.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “put before” mean?
To treat (someone or something) as more important than (someone or something else).
Is “put before” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.