preliminary

Definition

• n. a minor match preceding the main event
• n. something that serves as a preceding event or introduces what follows
• adj. denoting an action or event preceding or in preparation for something more important; designed to orient or acquaint with a situation before proceeding

Word forms

Plural

preliminaries

Example sentences

1. n.

   The team held a preliminary round to select the best candidates for the competition.

2. a.

   Before starting the project, we need to do some preliminary research.