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[せん(先)·にん(任)]
sennin
noun

English Meaning(s) for 先任

noun
  1. seniority; predecessor
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Definition and Synonyms for 先任

Predecessor one who precedes you in time (as in holding a position or office)
Synonyms: 先代, 先任, 前任, 前任者, 前身

Meanings for each kanji in 先任

» before; ahead; previous; future; precedence
» responsibility; duty; term; entrust to; appoint

Categories 先任 is a member of

Forerunner a person who goes before or announces the coming of another
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