English Dictionary

former

/ˈfɔɹmɚ/

noun

Someone who forms something; a maker; a creator or founder. / An object used to form something, such as a template, gauge, or cutting die.

The former architect designed a beautiful building.

意味（1）

Someone who forms something; a maker; a creator or founder.

Dave was the former of the company.

意味（2）

An object used to form something, such as a template, gauge, or cutting die.

The brick arch was built using a wooden former.

意味（3）

(chiefly Britain, used in combinations) Someone in, or of, a certain form (class).

Fifth-former.