1. having happened or existed before now; former

1. the time that has gone by; events that happened before now

1. beyond in time, place, or degree

1. so as to go by or beyond

Examples

• She talked about her past experiences in college.
• The past few weeks have been very busy.
• We must learn from the mistakes of the past.
• It’s ten minutes past three o’clock.
• The store is just past the traffic light.
• The car drove past our house.
• He walked past without saying hello.
• Her skills are past the beginner level.