A predecessor is someone or something that comes before another person or thing. It refers to the person who held a particular position, job, or title before the current holder. Full definition
They deserve honor, as predecessors of today's popular hybrids — and future advanced hybrids with the option to plug in. (calcars.org)
Much more complex than it's predecessor in almost every respect, Volume has far more content to offer players, but may fall slightly short of it's lofty ambitions. (playstationing.com)
The Moto X is a second - generation smartphone, with a well - liked predecessor having received positive reviews from users who wanted a pure Android experience. (techtimes.com)