Prelim
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈpriːlɪm/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Prelim is an adjective meaning (informal) Preliminary.
Meaning
(informal) Preliminary.
More Meanings
- (informal) Something preliminary, such as a trial, report, race, etc.
- (in the plural) The preliminary front matter of a book; all content preceding the main text or work itself.
- (informal, usually in the plural) Clipping of preliminary examination; a type of exam sat at the end of the first year of most undergraduate degrees.
Word Forms
- prelims
Synonyms for prelim
Depending on context, synonyms include preliminary.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include preliminary, preliminatory, postpreliminary, preparative, liminary, superliminary.
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