(vulgar, slang) A woman should prioritize her female friends over her boyfriend or husband.

Harm or damage before a matter is concluded.

(idiomatic) From before one was born or old enough to be aware of the world. / (idiomatic) At a stage in one's life, development, etc. that seems premature.

plural of calm before the storm

rapidly (and sometimes unexpectedly)

A food quality marking which denotes the date until which a food item is guaranteed to be at its best.

In one's plain view. / (especially of a surprising or negative event) Experienced viscerally but with a degree of detachment, often due to being powerless to change the circumstances.

(of a switch or other electronic device) That creates a new electrical connection before an older one is broken.

Alternative spelling of accessory before the fact

Alternative form of best before date.