What is the meaning of preliminary?

noun

  • A minor match preceding the main event.
  • Something that serves as a preceding event or introduces what follows.
    • usage: "training is a necessary preliminary to employment"; "drinks were the overture to dinner"

adjective

  • Denoting an action or event preceding or in preparation for something more important; designed to orient or acquaint with a situation before proceeding.
    • usage: "a preliminary investigation"
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