A term referring to the individual or group that held a position or title before the current holder, often implying a passing of legacy or responsibility.

The generation that came before the present one, which may include cultural, familial, or historical context.

In the context of performing arts, it identifies the individual who held a specific name or title just prior to the current performer, signifying a continuity or tradition in that role.

A reference to the earlier period or era that preceded the current time, suggesting a historical continuity or change over time.