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preliminary

pre·lim·i·nar·y

preliminary

 
 
pronunciation:
prih lI m ner i
features:
Word Combinations (adjective)
part of speech: adjective
definition: coming before, so as to prepare for something else.
A preliminary exam will show you what you need to study for the final exam.
synonyms:
introductory
antonyms:
final
similar words:
prior
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