Preliminary (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

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adjective
  1. preceding and leading up to the main part, matter, or business; introductory; preparatory: preliminary examinations.
noun, plural pre·lim·i·nar·ies.
  1. something preliminary, as an introductory or preparatory step, measure, contest, etc.: He passed the preliminary and went on to the finals.
  2. a boxing match or other athletic contest that takes place before the main event on the program: A preliminary was fought at 8:00.
  3. a preliminary examination, as of a candidate for an academic degree.
  4. front matter.
adjective
  1. occurring before or in preparation; introductory
noun plural -naries
  1. a preliminary event or occurrence
  2. an eliminating contest held before the main competition
Preliminary (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

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