Premodify
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Premodify is a verb meaning To modify in advance.
Meaning
To modify in advance.
Example Sentences
premodifying phrase
premodifying clause
When a premodifying phrase (such as this one) is used, the meaning of the clause that follows it (such as this one) is qualified or altered.
When you order a high-end laptop, the website's order form lets you select optional customizations, which can allow you to premodify your machine so as to prepare for further mods later.
Word Forms
- premodifies
- premodifying
- premodified
Antonyms for premodify
Common opposites include postmodify.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include preedit, premake, preprogram, preprepare, prealter, preprocess.
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