in the mercantile style, denotes money paid before goods are delivered, work done, or business performed.

ADVANCED ditch, in fortification, is that which surrounds the glacis or esplanade of a place.

ADVANCED guard, or vanguard, in the art of war, the first line or division of an army, ranged, or marching in order of battle; or, it is that part which is next the enemy, and marches first towards them.

ADVANCED guard, is more particularly used for a small party of horse stationed before the main-guard.