/prɪˈdɛsəsər/ – Noun
Definition: 1. tổ tiên;
2. tiền bối, người tiền nhiệm;
3. người chủ cũ.
A more thorough explanation: A predecessor is a person who held a particular position, title, or office before the current holder.
Example: The current CEO’s predecessor was instrumental in negotiating the merger deal.