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Meaning of Last But One
The primary meaning of "Last But One" refers to the second to last item in a sequence.
Etymology of Last But One
The phrase "Last But One" has its roots in Old English and Middle English, where "last" meant "latest" or "most recent", and "but" was used as a conjunction to indicate exception or contrast.
The phrase has been used since the 15th century to describe the second to last item in a sequence, and its usage has continued to the present day.
Synonyms
second to last
penultimate
preceding
previous
prior
earlier
before
anterior
antecedent
foregoing
preceeding
preceding
former
prior
previous
antecedent
forerunning
prefatory
preliminary
introductory
prelusive
preceding
preexisting
before
prevenient
precedent
before mentioned
aforesaid
aforementioned
above mentioned
above cited
above quoted
above referred
above specified
above stated
above mentioned
last but one
second last
next to last
Definitions
- The phrase "Last But One" is used to describe the item that comes immediately before the last item in a sequence or list.
- * It is often used to avoid confusion with the last item, by specifying the one that precedes it.
Usage Examples
- The last but one item on the agenda was the discussion of the budget.
- * The last but one chapter of the book was the most exciting part of the story.
- * The team that finished last but one in the league was relegated to the lower division.