“Ante” is a legal term derived from Latin meaning “before.” In legal contexts, it often refers to actions or events that occur before a specific point in time, such as “ante-mortem” meaning “before death” in the context of wills and estates. Additionally, in gambling and card games, “ante” can refer to the initial amount of money or chips that players must contribute before a hand or round begins. This contribution ensures that there is a stake in the game and encourages active participation from all players.
Ante is synonymous with supra.
[Latin, Before.] A reference to a previous portion of a report or textbook.
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