<p><strong>Noun</strong></p><ul><li>the state or quality of being earlier in time, occurrence, etc.</li><li>the right to precede others in order, rank, privilege, etc.; precedence.</li><li>the right to take precedence in obtaining certain supplies, services, facilities, etc., especially during a shortage.</li><li>something given special attention.</li></ul><p><strong>Adjective</strong></p><ul><li>highest or higher in importance, rank, privilege, etc.: a priority task.</li></ul>