Above-mentioned for Dummies

Above-mentioned is a word that we use to talk about something that has been mentioned or discussed already. It helps us refer back to something that was previously stated without having to repeat it all over again. It's like when we're telling a story or giving a presentation, and we want to refer to a person, a thing, or an idea that we have already talked about without having to go back and repeat all the details. So, by using the word "above-mentioned," we can save time and make our speech or writing more organized and clear.

Let me give you an example. Imagine we're writing an essay about our favorite animals, and in one paragraph, we talk about dolphins. Now, later in the essay, we want to mention the dolphins again. Instead of saying "the dolphins that I talked about earlier," which would be a bit long and repetitive, we can simply say "the above-mentioned dolphins." See how much easier and concise it is?

So, to sum it up, when we say "above-mentioned," we mean something that has been previously mentioned or discussed in a conversation, a text, a presentation, or any other form of communication. It helps us refer back to what was already said in a clear and efficient way. It's like an arrow pointing back to something we have talked about before, making our speech or writing more organized and easier to follow.