Multiple choice

n. an example or subject from earlier in time

  1. precedent

  2. principle

  3. provocative

  4. prohibit

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Explanation

A precedent is an earlier event, action, or decision that serves as an example or guide for future similar circumstances. Principle is a fundamental truth or proposition, while provocative and prohibit do not fit the noun definition.