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Term: ante omnia
Definition: Ante omnia is a Latin phrase that means "before anything else" or "first of all." It is often used in historical contexts to describe something that was done before anything else. For example, objections that could prevent a lawsuit from proceeding were usually discussed ante omnia. The phrase can also mean "above all other things," emphasizing the importance of something.
ante omnia
Before anything else is done; first of all. It means something that is the most important or comes before everything else.
These examples show that "ante omnia" means something that is the most important or comes before everything else. In the first example, safety is the top priority before anything else is done during the storm. In the second example, taking care of our health and well-being is the most important thing to do before anything else.